Full Size vs Mid Size Truck - Which is Right for You? (I've owned both!)

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Full Size vs Mid Size Truck - Which is Right for You? (I've owned both!)
Let me take you through the pros and cons of both full size trucks vs. mid size trucks after owning multiple of both.
Which do you prefer?
00:00 Intro
01:01 Definitions
02:37 Value/Price
03:39 Full Size Pros
10:05 MPG
10:58 Full Size Cons
12:52 Mid Size Pros
13:21 Mid Size Cons
14:24 Conclusions
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[@BigRockOutdoors1]

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[@chrisx5127]

I want to go off-road --- that why I bought a Titan Pro-4x. It barely cost more than a Tacoma, and I can sleep in the back seat.

[@cunawarit]

The absolute main reason to buy a mid-size over a full size is going off-road. The mid-size trucks are just more capable off-road.

[@Semajjame5]

What about full size for personal use?

[@Resistculturaldecline]

Parking and congested parking lots is/are becoming more difficult for everyone, especially full size. Trucks are getting longer, wider, taller with every model generation, but parking spaces are the same. And a great many full-size drivers don't have enough situational awareness or consideration to make sure an 8'-9'+ (mirrors folded or not folded) wide vehicle is centered in the parking lot. Standard parking slot are 8-9ft. wide. A modern 3/4 ton with mirrors extended has now exceeded 9ft, and often driven by people with no talent. Operator compency/consideration and vehicle size are trending in opposite directions. Three full-size vehicles parked beside each other have to be parked accurately in the space, or the center vehicle occupants are screwed. There will eventually need to be separate parking for larger vehicles, which will only increase sales because one of the main selling points is ego and social comparison. I've been in trucks all my life, drive a Dodge 2500 daily, but I park away from the crowd. It's easier for me and others to not wedge my truck in between others who may not have healthy dexterity when entering or exiting a vehicle or may be wrangling children. The video speaks of it, and it's a real probably as of current times.

[@peruser155]

​@Resistculturaldecline fullsize guys don't think twice about blocking half the parking lot or sticking out 3 feet into the drive thru area, or even taking up 2 spaces. Which is why you see alot of em with rear-end damage or key scratches along the side ....

[@PrepperDawg]

I have a Tacoma with 6 ft bed. Love it! Does everything I need it for and easy to park.

[@Mike95431]

Great video, helped me solidify going full size over mid. Thank you

[@bigwatt5520]

Great video it's nice how you explain clearly the differences. And never apologize for being a great Father and Husband.

[@maverick332]

Great video, thx. Everything I was looking for!

[@johnathan6924]

ive had 2 questions in the past 2 days and came across your videos with thorough answers! keep it up!!!

[@BigRockOutdoors1]

Glad you like them!

[@russtyzipper1093]

Great and informative summary!

[@JRnow]

Good video, beautiful Family 🙏🏽 good bless you!

[@Xilent_Nexus]

This was excellent! You helped me on my decision.

[@JonnyNM1986]

Great video, helped me think through my choice fully. Thanks!

[@johnadalynn7675]

Thank dude..I'm trying to figure out what I want mid-sized or full size...great comparison...great video

[@kensai77]

Just discovered your channel and subbed. The full-size vs midsize debate has been on my mind a lot recently. I purchased a 2020 Nissan Frontier Pro-4x which I love and is perfect for my lifestyle because I enjoy going off-roading and it's a great daily driver too. But man I do like the looks of the new Nissan Titan and that V8 sounds so good lol. I just don't haul or tow anything to justify having one. Your video put my mind at ease (for now) and I'll stick with my Frontier. Maybe one day if I get a camper to tow I'll buy a Titan. Thanks for the great video!

[@chrisx5127]

I feel the same as you, but I bought a Titan Pro-4x instead.

[@CrazyGreek80]

My buddy got a 2019 Nissan Titan Pro 4X with low miles less than most popular midsize trucks and jeeps.

[@loracagbuyayi1208]

Thanks It’s show the reality of life

[@hennore]

Great video! Thanks for the baby cameo at the end 😅

[@BigRockOutdoors1]

Any time!

[@unconventionalideas5683]

Base model Ranger is just over 2000 lbs payload. It drops slightly with more options, but this is probably the reason that many people find the Ranger rides stiffer than many other trucks in the segment, because of its high payload.

[@lraffucci]

very useful and helpful.

[@qualitylandscapeandhauling7942]

Your daughter so cute ! I loved how you included her in the end . Even if it was by accident . Lol. This has happened to every father . Lol. I’m sometimes on a phone call with a client and my son decides he wants to scream and cry at the top of his lungs …..just as he wakes up . Lol.

[@CliffsDad]

When Sierra showed up I didn't hear another word you said. She's adorable. I got a lot out of the video. It helped me to make a decision. Thanks.

[@chrisx5127]

What did you go with?

[@user-or5hg5bq4w]

@@chrisx5127 I took a hard look at my actual needs and bought a base model Chrysler Voyager for $27,000. I couldn't justify the price tag of the F-150. When I need a truck, I rent one. Yesterday, for example, I rented a box truck for $120 and hauled 10,000 pounds to a customer. I can do that a LOT with the $20,000 plus I saved vs a full sized truck as a daily driver.

[@CliffsDad]

@@chrisx5127 Neither. I bought a base model Chrysler Voyager for $27,000 and I rent different sized trucks as needed for specific jobs. I couldn't justify the extra $20,000+ just to be a little higher off the ground.

[@swapk99]

great video

[@joyroc885]

Pretty much the conclusion I came up with my research. Though its blown my mind why no company that has been able to get a midsize truck get over 30mpg and maintain its tow rating. I watched people take 1.9 diesel motors and stuff them into rangers and Tacoma's. They were getting mid 30s while towing a utility trailer. Maybe I Should do this lol.

[@jeffbrown3027]

Good video. I bought my Ford Ranger Lariat Tremor because of its smaller size and it’s towing capability. It’s a little towing monster. It also has a gas turbo which is going to be hands down the best mid-sized option when I explore the eastern seaboard. Once again loved the video

[@BigRockOutdoors1]

Thanks for sharing

[@alexsalazar5161]

That turbo is gonna wear your engine

[@richarde1355]

@@alexsalazar5161 Curious, why do you say that, and in what way will a turbo 'wear' (I'm thinking you mean wear out) an engine?

[@mergenocide]

@@richarde1355 I'm figuring he's referring to the idea that a turbo will generally put an engine under undue wear and heat, shortening its life span. I'm not entirely sure if this is true across the board. I would say that an engine designed to take a turbocharger would probably be fine. But if it's a engine not designed with turbo in mind and the manufacturer rather lazily added the turbo to cheaply increase hp, or if the turbocharger was aftermarket and the manufacturer had no intention whatsoever for their engine to be turbocharged, it stands to reason that a turbo will put stress on the engine it wasn't designed to handle and in turn increase part degradation. Just my two cents.

[@elvingarcia3869]

Thank you sir gave me lots of info to help me decided on my purchase, gid bless you beutifull distraction "

[@nicthegiant]

i am currently in the market for a truck. my price range is about 40k. im looking at a new or barely used tacoma for 40k or less. or a barely sued 19-21 ram 1500. also similar price. I currently dont tow or NEED a full size pickup but I see the full size as a truck I will never need to replace. A tacoma or ranger I see myself possibly needing to replace if I want to eventually get a trailer.

[@Kingswood7189]

I guess I'm more for my lifestyle than what has the better towing and/or payload numbers. I had a '10 Dakota with the 3.7l v6, 4-speed auto (I sold her so my family could have a house in a different state from where we were living at the time :(). I'd definitely agree that she wasn't as good of a value (vs. a fullsize ram 1500), she managed up to 22 mpg on the highway (and could tow ~5k lbs, 1800 lbs. payload). I definitely appreciate the smaller size for maneuverability and parking reasons, but she was only the extended cab version (6.5' bed), so she wasn't ideal for family at all. I miss that truck, but would love to get another one (with a crew cab though) or an ecodiesel gladiator (if I could afford it) as a first option. For lack of bed space, I have a 5' x 8' trailer. :)

[@swaghauler8334]

Just remember how cute we are now when we come home and say "Dad, I wrecked your truck..."

[@deanmay338]

Exceptional video chocked full of the critical information regarding mid-size vs. full-size truck information. I also really appreciate your comments regarding payload being the critical variable when towing. Towing is more than tow capacity. We own a small camper, 2005 Casita 17 Freedom Deluxe, that only weighs 2900 lbs. We love the maneuverability of our 2009 Kia Borrego V8 mid-size SUV and Casita. However, I would like to get a pickup truck in the next couple of years. I recognize the value of the full-size truck, plus if we ever decide to get a slightly larger camper, we would already have the truck to tow it. On the other hand, many midsize trucks will handle our Casita and we prefer the dimensions, size, and drivability of a mid-size. LOL, I go back and forth! ;) BTW, Sierra is adorable. Don’t blink, they grow up fast. My girls are 27 and 24 and are currently FaceTiming since one lives at home and the other about 1,000 miles away.

[@richardhouvener6423]

This is 7 months after your OP but I just ran across this video today. I too have a Casita 17 that I tow with a 2014 F150 that I bought because it had a trans cooler, tow package, 3.73 rear diff and brake controller. It has a standard 3.7 V6 and not too many other bells and whistles. It will tow 6700 lbs. so if I want to upsize my trailer a little I can. It tows the Casita with ease and gets about 16 mpg while towing and never seems short on power. My thought on midsize vs. full size is that a larger truck (within reason) can work more easily and achieve comparable mileage to a mid size. I can still get 21 to 24 mpg on average depending on speed while driving without towing and have plenty of room in the cab. I am happy with my choice. Camp on! Casitas rule!

[@dwreckd1836]

I have that SAME EXACT lamp!!! 😂

[@seanwalker7303]

I bought a Colorado and have a 6 foot bed does it all

[@pussbeaver1218]

Great video,, I traded my 2019 ram rebel for a 2018 Tacoma and kinda miss my old truck… but I’m still liking the taco

[@batcitytrailrider4704]

Struggling with this right now, want a taco, have the rebel now, not sure what to do!

[@richardhouvener6423]

@@batcitytrailrider4704 As a former Taco owner, I would advise you to drive one for 35 to 50 miles to see how sore your back, legs and neck get. They are well made but tough to live with if they don't fit your body.

[@tenskeeze]

I got a 2021 ranger xlt fx4 with 2.5 level and love it drives like a car but great off-road and good on gas ⛽

[@JD-ym7iw]

Same here! I love my 2021 Ranger XLT 4x4. Decades of Ford Rangers on the road everywhere. A reassuring feeling. Happy travel!

[@geico1975]

Well, I believe I have my answer MAYBE:) HA! Full-size I've been concerned with the gas mileage, but nowadays like you said not much of a difference. Only thing I have to think about now is tire size, probably way cheaper to buy 4 new tires on a mid size?

[@fullplatestamp9644]

They are all v6’s now and the same just pick if you want to park fast or slow

[@charlesochen5528]

i just need japan tundura with astraight enging the ones withthe engines like for the land cruisers

[@richardjones1988]

I would have went for a mid-size if not the back seat. A lot of times my wife's best friend will ride with us and arcades and that's five people in the car so automatically one adult has to sit in the back. I can fit in between two car seats in my F-150 without a problem I could not do that in a Tacoma or a Colorado or any other midsize.

[@thomasfeltes1041]

Price price price get the most for your money

[@hennore]

Thoughts on the Ridgeline as a family truck for city people?

[@BigRockOutdoors1]

it's awesome

[@hennore]

Great! Thanks a bunch 🙏🏾

[@mr.grantsartexplorations1014]

I love your videos… I’ve watched quite a few, and you go straight to the facts. I’ve owned an off road capable wrangler, loved it, nothing beats taking doors off, had tons of fun, but sold it when my wife lost her job (due to racial discrimination), and thought we needed to move out of TN, so I bought a Honda Ridgeline based on statistics and facts, and hated it. It was the perfect truck…for someone else, just wasn’t meant to be used like a truck. I traded it in, and got a Tacoma based on reliability and desire to off road and use the back for mulch, wood, etc…one you go truck, it’s hard to back, but it seems so small, my head hits the ceiling, no adjustable seats, navigation is crappy, the windows are small, the rear has no air vents for my kids, glove box and storage is small, shifts sluggish. I’m tired of trading in trucks and loosing money, but am split… should I get the gladiator, for best of both Jeep/truck experience… or go full size F150 with big windows and sunroof for family trips… same price as gladiator? Any thoughts?

[@BigRockOutdoors1]

the jeep is the cool choice, f150 is more practical and more space inside, better for towing and hauling. i traded my f-150 for a jeep, driving the jeep is an event you look forward to, the f-150 is just another vehicle. if that helps

[@mr.grantsartexplorations1014]

Yea… that makes a lot of sense. Thanks.

[@tommycage5457]

a lot unnecessary information

[@unconventionalideas5683]

Get the Ranger. The back seat is low and a bit tight, but should work for the family and fix the headroom issues.

[@rufaimuhammadaminu6873]

Better gaas mileage is ny concern,i dont need midsize truck at all. Just a fullsize F-150 with fuel efficient engine

[@hv2328]

Loving the baby

[@kennethnash598]

The heavy duty trucks are too big and are too expensive. I would be worries about crashing into everything around me. I got a canyon and it is really easy to get into a parking spot. compact truck would have 2 across seating. midsize would have 3 people across. heavy duty would have 4 people across.

[@frankbleicher6943]

You kind of help me on when I feel that I should get in trouble

[@classikz]

I did not get the last bit got distracted by the baby

[@patrickmckowen2999]

👍

[@russell1265]

I’m buying a 7,000lb travel trailer what is a good truck to pull it

[@nogamblinge2671]

You’re going to have to go full size Silverado 1500 ram 1500 or f150. The best overall Tacoma and the best looking the Colorado in mid size can only pull 7,700 lbs. I wouldn’t pull beyond 6,000 in a midsize. You’ll void warranty going beyond towing capacity.

[@marcuskoolrt]

If you want something probably more reliable then those big 3 go with a Nissan titan, it’s cheaper 😂

[@BigRockOutdoors1]

Which do you think is a better value?

[@deanmay338]

The better “value” is the full-size truck, but I go back and forth. We, my wife particularly, prefer the dimensions and drivability (parking, etc.) of the mid-size truck.

[@nogamblinge2671]

The cheapest full size in my area is a two seater ram 1500 for 41k. Anything with a fuller cab is over 50k out the door. A Colorado and the ranger are nice looking and can still score one Under 40k but anything beyond the standard trim it goes up fast.

[@joseeduardo4327]

You gotta get your daughter a GMC Sierra for obvious reasons

[@tsafa]

Towing and payload. 4 x 4 for the snow. Get all the BS Electronics out of the trucks .

[@nogamblinge2671]

Truck buyers want utility and function. The mid size trucks are being conflated with midsize suvs so designers keep adding tech and gizmos to allure buyers. Colorado and canyons won’t even have a v6 or baby duramax for 23 models.

[@jesspeoples3292]

Full-size trucks hold their value better. Full-size trucks all the way.

[@DavidFoundCo]

Not against a Tacoma

[@Stanging84]

Doesn't make sense to ever buy a compact/ midsized trucks. A full size will serve all your needs, PERIOD. AND... isn't all that much bigger then midsize ones.