Toyota Tundra vs. Ford F-150: Which Full-Size Truck Is Right for DFW Buyers?

Published August 13, 2026

Freeman Toyota in Hurst, TX serves the DFW Mid-Cities area. The 2026 Tundra and the Ford F-150 are the two trucks most cross-shopped by full-size buyers in this market. Both are genuinely capable — an honest comparison starts with the actual numbers, not brand loyalty.

Powertrains and Towing

The Tundra's standard i-FORCE gas engine is a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 producing 389 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque on SR5 and above (358 horsepower and 406 lb-ft on the base SR trim). Properly equipped, it reaches the Tundra's overall maximum towing capacity of up to 12,000 lbs on the SR5 Double Cab 4x2. The i-FORCE MAX hybrid adds an electric motor for 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, with a maximum towing capacity of up to 11,450 lbs.

The F-150 offers six engine options. The standard 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 produces 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque, towing up to 8,400 lbs. The top gas option, the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6, produces 400 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque and reaches the F-150's overall maximum towing capacity of up to 13,500 lbs when properly equipped with a SuperCrew cab, 6.5-foot box, 4x4, and the Max Trailer Tow Package. The PowerBoost hybrid V6 makes 430 horsepower and 578 lb-ft of torque, towing up to 11,600 lbs.

On raw maximum towing numbers, the F-150 has the edge — 13,500 lbs against the Tundra's 12,000 lbs. Both figures require specific configurations to achieve, and towing capacity is configuration-dependent on both trucks.

Reliability and Ownership Cost

Based on current RepairPal data for full-size trucks specifically, the Tundra averages approximately $606 per year in repair costs, ranking 6th out of 17 full-size trucks tracked. The F-150 averages approximately $788 per year, ranking 7th out of 17. Both are below the full-size truck category average of $936 per year, though the Tundra's advantage — about $182 per year — adds up over a long ownership period.

Resale Value

Based on Kelley Blue Book's 2026 Best Resale Value Award data, the Tundra made KBB's Top 10 list of all vehicles regardless of class — one of five Toyota and Lexus models to do so. The F-150 did not make that list; Ford's highest-ranked model in KBB's 2026 awards was the Maverick, a smaller truck in a different segment. The Tundra retains over 60 percent of its original TSRP at five years, the strongest resale value among full-size trucks.

The Decision: Which Truck Is Right for You?

Choose the F-150 if maximum towing capacity at the top of its range is the priority and you're comparing gas-only configurations. Choose the Tundra if long-term reliability, lower repair costs, resale value, or a factory hybrid powertrain matter more to you than the last 1,500 lbs of towing capacity. The team at Freeman Toyota at 204 NE Loop 820 in Hurst can walk you through both trucks side by side. Call (817) 241-5711.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Toyota Tundra compare to the Ford F-150 on towing?

The F-150 tows up to 13,500 lbs with its top 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6, properly equipped. The Tundra tows up to 12,000 lbs on the gas SR5 Double Cab 4x2. Both figures require specific cab, bed, and drivetrain configurations to achieve.

Is the Toyota Tundra more reliable than the Ford F-150?

Based on RepairPal data for full-size trucks, the Tundra averages approximately $606 per year in repair costs and ranks 6th of 17 full-size trucks. The F-150 averages approximately $788 per year and ranks 7th of 17. Both are below the full-size truck category average of $936.

Which full-size truck has better resale value — Tundra or F-150?

Based on Kelley Blue Book's 2026 Best Resale Value Award data, the Tundra made KBB's Top 10 list of all vehicles and retains over 60 percent of its original TSRP at five years. The F-150 did not make that list; Ford's top resale performer for 2026 was the Maverick.

Does the Toyota Tundra have a hybrid option?

Yes. The Tundra i-FORCE MAX hybrid produces 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, with a maximum towing capacity of up to 11,450 lbs. The Ford F-150 also offers a hybrid, the PowerBoost, at 430 horsepower and 578 lb-ft of torque, towing up to 11,600 lbs.

Where can I compare the Tundra and F-150 near Hurst TX?

Freeman Toyota in Hurst, TX at 204 NE Loop 820 carries Toyota Tundra inventory and can walk DFW buyers through a full comparison. Call (817) 241-5711 or visit freemantoyota.com.