Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tundra
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the Toyota Tundra. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ram 1500 | Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 2,128 | 159 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 126 and 60 | 4 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 50,000 miles | 15,000 miles |
| Recalls | 16 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 24 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 29 | 15 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,000 | $3,950 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 2,128 complaints for the Ram 1500 and 159 for the Toyota Tundra. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the Ram 1500, 4 stars for the Toyota Tundra.
Safety recalls on file: 16 for the Ram 1500, 5 for the Toyota Tundra.