Ram 1500 vs Toyota Tundra
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the Toyota Tundra. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ram 1500 | Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 689 | 238 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 14 and 7 | 9 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 5,000 miles | 5,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 26 | 20 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $3,050 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 689 complaints for the Ram 1500 and 238 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.
Safety recalls on file: 8 for the Ram 1500, 5 for the Toyota Tundra.