2025 RAM 1500 Hurricane VS Toyota Tundra iForce MPG And Performance Test: Is The Tundra Faster?

[@krusher547]

I had a 23’ Tundra that was a massive miss. Interior plastic was not good and had cracks act. Had issues. New ram i got, 100% better, no issues so far.

[@hellkitty1014]

Tim on Pickup and SUV talk wasn't impressed with his 23 either.

[@xtcforyou9290]

Wait till you hit 50k. You will be regretting getting the Ram

[@hellkitty1014]

@@xtcforyou9290 the Tundras aren't even making it to 30K without catastrophic engine failure.

[@idontcaresapo8233]

@@xtcforyou9290not true I got 2 hahah one has 170k milles not issues so far actually it’s been the best truck I had in my life probably not the fastest like the ford or the new turbo engines but the hemi rocks

[@rickusa29]

I love your videos man keep up the good work! You just need to be careful when you’re doing your reviews. You said that the RAM Auto Stop wasn’t good or working well. When you flipped through the functions of the dash you can see that the vehicle is telling you that the Auto Stop Function isn’t ready because the battery is being charged. Meaning that the truck can’t be turning itself on and off because there’s not enough battery power to do so. The system is working and pretty good actually!!

[@rodneyhirsch2340]

Engine shut off and cylinder deactivation is the fast lane to engine failure. Government interference is the biggest problem.

[@SimKunaknana]

Any industry they interfere with goes to crap.

[@justinbourgeois4685]

It is for the Chevy engines. The hemi cylinder deactivation works really well

[@trip5086]

Says the shade tree mechanic/engineer. Kills me to read comments like this. Like YOU really are smarter than the engineers that developed this new engine.

[@Tylers24]

@@trip5086no shit they design it fail numb nuts.

[@ShannonJanzen]

My buddy is a big Toyota guy. He bought a new 2022 tundra. Rear differential failed at 20,000 miles. And now the engine is being replaced. He’s not happy

[@tedlulis973]

He should be ecstatic that it lasted that long

[@wizzle0979]

Tell him to get a naturally aspirated 3/4 ton. They’re far more reliable than these shit turbo v6 engines.

[@terrybrown3224]

Toyota mfg 90s was mfg bible not so any longer

[@tedlulis973]

@@ShannonJanzen Pretty par for the course for these 💩boxes

[@leecrumble3921]

Ram is just killing it with looks and power nowadays!

[@idontcaresapo8233]

They are the best truck so far . I have two one 2020 and 2016 the 2020 interior is so amazing I enjoy driving that truck so much

[@wizzle0979]

Ram missed the mark when they dropped the 5.7 hemi. There’s no excuse for using turbos on a gas engine.

[@Cincithebest513]

Try that against a Trd pro with traction control off in sport mode

[@davidalder9392]

Love your videos on the test drives now with the camera trailing behind the vehicle! Keep up the Great work!

[@matthewalbers31]

my 2024 Tundra non-hybrid 'BARELY' stop/starts - almost always keeps the engine running. Unless you press the brake extra at the stop light, the engine doesn't shut off. I average 17MPG in city, and 20MPG on the highway.

[@jarrodcook2]

The other gear option for the Hurricane Ram 1500 is 3.55. Would like to see what the RPM difference is and overall difference in economy.

[@stuffandjunkandthings364]

My biggest problem with the Toyota is the fact that it looks like a science project, or like it's not fully rendered in. I love the looks of the Ram, just worried about the long term reliability of the Hurricane.

[@stevenblack9324]

I saw a comment once describing the Tundra, "As if a Ryobi designed a truck."

[@wizzle0979]

Then buy the 5.7. Is a far superior engine than what tundra is putting out

[@saintrichardl8]

FCA vehicles / Dodge trucks fall apart when they get above 60,000 miles.

[@wantsanewvehicle]

Ram all day every day!

[@jakey20022]

💯💯

[@hellkitty1014]

So a few things to note: On the fuel economy number, the Ram has a few tricks up its sleeve, despite a 3.92. The truck remains the most aerodynamic, in terms of shape and active aero(grille shutters, deployable spoilers,). Also, the ZF has such smart shifting that it doesnt need the add'l two gears of the Toyota. And whats interesting with this test is that the Ram was at a further disadvantaged due to the tow mirrors acting as sails as well. The Toyota is a good truck, but I do wish Toyota address many of its shortcomings, mainly the much known build quality issues, 24s still having engine issues, no tow hooks at all, a single-speed transfer case(in a $70K+ pickup in 2024?), tight cab in comparison to the Big 3, the fake engine noise(I know they're wanting to sound like a 5.7, but it will never be one), and refreshing of the front end. I still havent warmed up to it.

[@robertwotring7318]

Which tundra has a single speed transfer? My 24 4X4 definitely has 4 low.

[@hellkitty1014]

@robertwotring7318 apologies, I meant 4WD Auto. The Tundra is the only truck without it and at its price, it is expected to have it.

[@robertwotring7318]

@ ahhh definitely!!!!

[@wizzle0979]

The best way for Toyota to fix their current gen tundra is to drop the v6 shit turbos and put their v8 back in it. Their build quality has gone to shit. It’s all hype.

[@POVIEWS]

For the decibel testing: To eliminate as much inconsistencies I would test it at the same speed on the exact same road. Side note: I believe the tundra would have been a bit quieter with the sunshade in its fully closed position.

[@Cincithebest513]

I have a 25 ram 1500 and my buddy has a 24 tundra trd pro and when he turns traction control off and in sport mode or in 4wd he pulls away from my truck everytime. Even in that non-hybrid if you took the tracks and control off and had it to sport mode, it would have better numbers than net ram even with lower horsepower.

[@mred3660]

You have been able to go back and forth between two wheel drive and four high at highway speeds for the last thirty years going to four low requires stopping and putting the truck in neutral to go back and forth between ranges

[@tome6551]

I’m a Toyota fan. I drive a Lexus and had 2 tundras in the past. I drove a Ram 25’ 1500 Hurricane HO Limited, 24’ Power Boost Platinum, and a 25’ Tundra 1794 Hybrid. The Tundra was my least favorite driving truck.

[@gwendolynbrown9386]

Great demonstration and information!

[@jamesallen7205]

Definitely the RAM!

[@DABII71]

I just bought my 2025 Ram last month and I love it. The 3.0 TT inline 6 is very nice compared to the Hemi I had.

[@Cincithebest513]

I have a 25 ram 1500 and my buddy has a 24 tundra trd pro and when he turns traction control off and in sport mode or in 4wd he pulls away from my truck everytime. Even in that non-hybrid if you took the tracks and control off and had it to sport mode, it would have better numbers than the ram everytime you just have to do it right to get the best performance

[@nocturnallips]

The real challenge is long term reliability and repair cost!

[@curtshelp6170]

Straight six is a great configuration other than having to fit it in an engine bay. I really want to upgrade to a GM straight size 3.0 diesel.

[@stevenblack9324]

The straight 6 gives a lot of room to work on either side. The 3.0 Duramax is a good engine, especially if you are towing. Otherwise, it is expensive with not much benefit.

[@tothepoint7258]

That 3.0 Diesel has a belt driven oil pump. Check on the engine tear down video out there on the 3.0. A belt driven oil pump..... geesh

[@ALMX5DP]

@@tothepoint7258 are you referring to the belt that has a 200k service interval?

[@tothepoint7258]

​@@ALMX5DPyeah. They always get that right don't they?

[@ALMX5DP]

@@tothepoint7258 well yeah most of the time, else they’d open themselves up to class action lawsuits left and right.

[@duggydo]

I can stand the new Tundra. I know of three different guys on automotive review channels that recently purchased 2nd generation Tundras. That should tell you all you need to know about the new Tundras.

[@android-ud2nf]

Toyota needs to work out all the kinks because it’s too good to fail. They need to work on interior quality also. I don’t need everything to be leather but I do need it to be solids and not cream and have the center console move around

[@Spoolingturbski]

That new Tundra will have massive issues. Main bearing failures and subpar build quality. It’s a crazy work we live in now.

[@fscottgray9784]

Ram for me.

[@Marmaduke00]

The 3.92s in that ram make it lethal

[@HappyCampa]

Let’s hope GM keeps the V8 engine in their half-ton trucks.

[@JeffFoster-s5v]

You should test a newer titan xd. I know they're not going to make them anymore, but it would be something different.

[@pinecone76]

You can customize the right side of the gauge cluster in a Tundra to show the boost pressure, engine oil temperature, and transmission fluid temperature. They are calling it "Tow gauges" display.

[@agerardomp]

The true power of "Hurricane" GREAT inline 6 engine setup. EXCELLENT comparisson! ABRAZOTE desde CDMX; México! 😂😮😂

[@iamgutwrench]

I can't believe toyota was dumb enough to change body, drivetrain, and engine all at one time.

[@regpeeler5509]

Think I just heard you say you were in economics mode. Wonder if o-60 would change if we're in sport mode

[@jakey20022]

Inline 6 produce more torque because the cylinders aren't fighting each other .

[@duggydo]

Good review. Also, the rear gears vs mpg is not as big of a deal nowadays. There’s a point where if you’re turning the engine too slow it’s not as efficient. It was a bigger problem in older engines and when transmissions were 3 and 4 speed. Try it sometime in a Ford f150 where you can select the gears. Hold a speed and cycle down through the gears. You can watch the instantaneous mpg to see for yourself. I’ve done it with a couple different trucks now. At 80 mph, you see almost no mpg difference. At higher speeds, 10th gear is ever so slightly less mpg (if you can get the truck to hold 10th). Try it for yourself sometime, don’t take my word for it. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@KevinGentry-o6k]

I’d like to see this comparison with the Toyota iforce max so the HP ratings are closer.

[@alicepooper8562]

Ford's powerboost blows the iforce max off the road

[@muradb1994]

They do give oil and temperature readout, no accutal numbers, just bar graph. RWA use clutches are more prone to failure and overheating especially when high 4L demand.

[@itisntm3]

Posting before watching. I feel like the I6 is going to do better long term. The V6 is new to Toyota and I6s have better overall (“timing vibrations”?) which leads to less damage

[@nordlandak6853]

Blowing engine in Toyota. The Ram no dipstick and thermostat issues after time. I’ll keep my hemi….

[@fjoco1]

If the only problems so far is no dipstick and having to replace a thermostat I think that’s a win. RIP Hemi lifters.

[@ubeuonly]

Most German cars don't have dipsticks for 15 years

[@nordlandak6853]

@ this isn’t Germany and trucks aren’t cars.

[@fjoco1]

@@nordlandak6853 Haha well that’s obvious.

[@ubeuonly]

@nordlandak6853 and it doesn't need a dipstick. Caveman

[@timmy9332]

I buy used and I’ll be buying the eminently they’re gone … I’m not interested in a small engine beefed up …. It’s being pushed too hard . It will be interested to see what the issues are after being worked for 100,000 miles.

[@hennydkincer]

I have a friend that bought a Ram. He felt rammed in the rear end when the transmission went out at 10k miles.

[@calebniederhofer6529]

That is very rare. The 8 speed is almost bulletproof. I have not heard of any failures out of them. Plenty of mechanics rave about it also.

[@android-ud2nf]

I want my next truck just to have instant power rather than incredibly passing power. I have 35s on my 2010 hemi and it’s still quick down low if you floor it but I want the effortless low end acceleration where it doesn’t even feel like the truck is trying to

[@justinbourgeois4685]

Need to get a diesel

[@justinbourgeois4685]

What you need is a diesel

[@daver3778]

I'm not sure the new gen tundra. But the old gen 4wd you can shift on the fly. You don't need to stop to go between 2wd and 4wd. Only to go to 4lo.

[@dima-nabut]

4WD can be engaged on fly without issue. It has synchronizers.

[@XSMPROOF22]

Gotta check out the high output hurricane motor! Has I think 100 more HP!

[@CocoNut2018]

Wonder if the tundra extra weight is attributed to the new closed ladder frame. Anyone know?

[@stevenblack9324]

RAM also has the 3.55 gears which would have been a better comp to the Tundra.

[@josephjroy6593]

Doesn't the Ford 3.6L Eco also have a fake v8 noise? Toyota uses the BMW i6 Turbo for the Supra.

[@ubeuonly]

Yes..as fake as the owners

[@marksman4004]

You jb, which one of these you prefer? But I'm with you. I hate fake ass engine sounds.

[@Nick-l3r6h]

Government said no V8's , so what about all the other big trucks on the road and sports cars with v8s,v10s and v12s? Was that even a real statement or something you just threw in there?

[@shady497]

Tundra passenger rear seat pleather quality is top notch 8:04, looks like somebody already sat back there for 20k miles squeezing the front head rest.

[@robertwotring7318]

Drop a few db with pano roof closed too.

[@banshee107]

But but Toyota ReLiAbIlItY

[@Dazza-u4c]

Do both of them come with a spare engine ?

[@christopherrubay3918]

I have a 23 f150 with 3.31 gears and in order to run at 2,000 rpm u have to at like 84 mph

[@hellkitty1014]

That 10R80 and 3.31 on the Fords is a perfect combo if you only use it for light duty work. I agree, it's a great for everyday use.

[@TREVORWALCZYK]

Nothing will outperform the 5.7 hemi Magnum that's what you call raw power.

[@giovanniduay2613]

Love the tundra JB

[@chaosarmsco]

I have the Ram H.O. and it will stay with a TRX up to 50-55 mph and then the TRX will pull away.

[@nicholasvaughn2386]

3.92 gears with more HP should beat 3.31 and 30 less HP when it comes to 0-60.

[@mattryerson3902]

Toyota Koolaid consumption is nauseating

[@angrybeavers1175]

I wont own a truck without 4wd auto

[@bestman7776]

Why? Like what’s the big deal if you switch to 4wheel drive manually!

[@Eileen-e8f]

Aww, how nice, someone thinks these crap buckets will make it to 100k miles. Double turbos always last longer! Thanks.

[@jimmycline4778]

1:33 NO ITS NOT OK AND NO THE CUSTOMERS ARENT THE ONES WANTING THAT V8 SOUND TO GO AWAY ,,ITS THE GOVERNMENT TELLING THEM THEY DONT WANT THAT BURRLY V8 SOUND ANYMORE,,,meanwhile GM IS STILL MAKING 430 HP NATURALLY ASPIRATED V8s That’s why GM sales are still up while Toyota and Ram full-size trucks sales are plummeting!

[@51097kenneth]

And then they ruin it with cylinder deactivation.

[@splitvision]

That Tacoma that passes the ram will outlast the ram for sure. In regards to both models you should never buy the first few years. You need to let the bugs get worked out. Toyota is a whole new platform and the new I6 ram will definitely see issues. I’d buy a 2019-2021 tundra over both of these. It’s been refined and costs less in the long run.

[@nickdeagle3271]

Might want to avoid Covid years

[@matthewalbers31]

maybe the RAM has to show you your temps, because it needs to show you the temp - as they overheat...

[@ubeuonly]

H.O RAM DOES 0 TO 60 IN 4.5

[@curtiszbikowski]

Holy hell, I want one!!!

[@LogainTheHumane]

Choosing between a new tundra and a new ram is like picking between a rotting lemon and a lemon with fungus on it. Literally the two worst trucks on the market

[@occckid123]

The tundra comes in a lower hp version in the base versions and my altima 2.5 is faster. I raced 1 a few times lmfao.

[@JasonJonathan78]

Both inferior to the previous gen V8s that they had.

[@jefftravis384]

Ram sucks. Also there are gauges for the temps for oil and transmission

[@DH-hp7nv]

2:50…..there is a good tundra.

[@tedlulis973]

Best to stay away from the 💩 show that is now toyota ..Do people actually still buy this junk anyway ? Smh...

[@wizzle0979]

Just traded my 23 tundra for a 24 ram 2500. The tundra is an absolute shit truck. It looks nice and that’s just about it. Toyota never should have replaced their v8. Turbos belong a diesel trucks. On gas vehicles, they’re more complicated, far less reliable, and will be far more expensive to work on.

[@Cincithebest513]

For one why are you only bashing Toyota for having switched to a turbo v6 knowing that ford and Chevy did the same thing? Because of that I think you are full of it and you did not own a tundra you are just an obvious Toyota hater lol.

[@jeremyraymond8780]

@@Cincithebest513you’ve commented the same crap about a Toyota Beating your ram like 3 times and now trolling this dude. Your a Toyota fan boy and your full of shit

[@wizzle0979]

@@Cincithebest513 ya caught me, I’m a really Toyota hater. I hate that Toyota dropped arguably one of the best, most reliable V8s on the market, one that could easily go a million miles with basic maintenance, for a shit v6 engine that doesn’t get much better gas mileage and is grenadine itself on the highway.

[@Cincithebest513]

@@jeremyraymond8780just stating facts my guy. Sorry that i am a very accomplished man that can afford to buy these trucks and drive them everyday and give an honest opinion.

[@Cincithebest513]

@@wizzle0979you definitely are a Toyota hater that is a fact lol and when it comes to gas mileage when someone can afford to spend 70 to 80 grand on a vehicle the last thing they are worried about is gas mileage especially 2 or 3 miles per gallon difference lol. If you ever come to a red light and a tundra pro hybrid is next to you test your truck and see what happens unless you drive a trx or a raptor R the outcome will surprise you if the driver actually knows how to drive the truck. But my guess is that will never happen because you do not have any of these newer trucks. Stay in the slow lane buddy.

[@joseramos7476]

I hear you but RAM has poor reliability

[@mjoliver457]

yeah your full of crap

[@jamchiney]

Toyota should have put the 2JZ in the Tundra

[@OldmanSnake]

Ram are garbage. Look at all the massive issues Stellantis is having.

[@mjoliver457]

see that's the problem with people on the internet saying ram the problem no their not stellantis is the blame not ram grow up

[@idontcaresapo8233]

Ram is the best truck so far and I’m not a fan. The interior the way it drives is way ahead of the rest. Some people hate it because they are fan boys but you drive back to back different trucks like I do ram wins