Side by Side Comparison - Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro versus 4Runner TRD Pro! Which one is best?

[@chrismurphy783]

4Runner. The powertrain is much better. Japan built versus Mexico built. A no brainer IMO.

[@michaelhart8539]

Man, I was on the fence about both too! I kept going back and forth, debating. What made it even more difficult, was the very limited supply of TRD Pros, because that’s what I wanted. The thing that killed the Tacoma for me, and why I went with the 4Runner TRD Pro, was the lack of interior space (after just owning a Ram crew cab for 8 years). I finally got to test drive a Tacoma TRD Pro, and I liked it, but my fiancé kind of gave me the “meh” face and told me that she thought the truck was “dinky.” Lol I ordered myself a ‘21 4Runner TRD Pro, and I’m not looking back. It’s roomy, tough as nails and also approved by the better half. Hahaha

[@UntamedMotors]

You made a great decision man. Seriously both are amazing options... truly a win win. You will love your 4Runner. =] congrats again.

[@RAINBOW-ed6hg]

Mike, you definitely made the right choice. The Tacoma is a great vehicle for a young man to introduce him to the brand. A 4Runner is a BIG boy vehicle though and simply rugged. The Tacoma looks more like one of those surf crabs you see running along the beach. It is more of a boy toy than a truck. It is much too small in the back for most familes - hence why it is decent for a 17-25 year old bachelor.

[@dalephillips8250]

Between these I would take the 4runner which has the larger engine and better power. The only thing I'd miss would be the bed.

[@snnowmaaan]

The Tacoma has more power lol

[@Oldschool503]

Man i love your tacoma! I have the same truck/color but mine is a trd off-road. My first mod is going to be those wheels and some bfg ko2's.

[@cre8tivegarage157]

Both great trucks

[@UntamedMotors]

🙏🏼 It’s a win win =]

[@rioborzeli147]

The 2021 rd pro 4 runner we bought in Canada , Vancouver Island did not have standard LED headlights . I bought some on Amazon and installed it right away. Other vids I see Lso state the same. The 2021 do not give the LED option.

[@Ww8.3]

I hear people say this all the time “but it’s made in Japan” is there that much of a difference? Both are still made in a Toyota factory with Toyota parts. I have had two Toyota’s made in Japan previous to my Mexican built Tacoma and I don’t notice the difference

[@armandcouture4655]

And I have also been hearing that 4 runners shake at 80 miles per hour. So is being made in Japan really better then?

[@bjardine13]

Rear disc brakes over drum brakes does it for me!

[@UntamedMotors]

Yeah the drums should have been changed to discs years ago... smh

[@NoProDad]

Nicely done. Very helpful. 👍💯

[@UntamedMotors]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@keevmulqois2484]

Great comparison! Thanks for info on RSG sliders. If you haven’t already, can you do a full comparison of the angled vs flat? They are the best. Are the angled sliders awkward to step on getting in/out? Thanks as always! Btw, 4Runner all the way.

[@UntamedMotors]

I’d be happy to do that. 👌🏻 thanks for the idea. The angled ones require a bit more attention to use as a step. They’re easier to slide off of.

[@chrisbowling7221]

I’m stuck between getting a Tacoma and a 4Runner, I enjoy hiking, biking and going on road trips , the biggest deciding factor for me is interior space and cargo room, just thought I’d ask someone and get there thoughts from it, just been having some trouble deciding what will be best for me, also just fyi I am a 19 year old , so I don’t have any kids to hall around I’d just be halling friends as well as a bicycle and everything else id need to hike and go on long road trips and etc.

[@UntamedMotors]

I’d choose the 4Runner… especially since they’re jumping to a new gen in 24. Get the 23 or older while you can… they’ll be pure gold.

[@jbroge]

@@UntamedMotors It's hard to beat throwing your bike in the bed with the tailgate pad.

[@UntamedMotors]

@@jbroge this is true 👌 💯

[@thomasrossi31]

If I had to pick one.... I’ve become use to having a bed also... but, I’d take the 4Runner and pick up a small Harbor Freight trailer.

[@UntamedMotors]

Haha yeah the 4Runner is a tough one to top... I had to transport a simple push lawnmower while I didn’t have a truck (when we had the FJ, LC and 4R)... and something as simple as a lawnmower proved to be a huge headache... took it in the 4Runner and it wasn’t ideal lol... it smelled like gas for 3 days .I then vowed to always have a truck bed.

[@samtheman7058]

Even the new Tacoma Pro's come with 16 inch rims, the 17's on yours and mine were upgraded, your wheels are exactly like mine they're actually a late model 4Runner pro wheel. Cement same as mine pal...........it's an eye catcher for sure. 👍😎

[@UntamedMotors]

Yeah these 17s are a much needed improvement over those 16s. However I must admit, the new 2020+ Tacoma Pro wheels are pretty sweet. 👌🏻

[@gonerydin4225]

I went with the 2020 Tacoma TRD Pro in army green.

[@UntamedMotors]

Solid choice. Grats

[@dmmiller1991]

I just got a 2020 off road in cement. If I washed to get the same wheels you have you I have to get a lift?

[@UntamedMotors]

You can get the same wheels. The tires would need to be smaller as this icon kit is a 2in lift. Not sure what the largest tire size you can run on a stock setup... maybe 275/65/17? Idk for sure, the forums will have that info. Congrats on the cement Taco btw!

[@864_zl1]

What size lift and tires??

[@UntamedMotors]

2.5in lift, 285/70/17 open country

[@andyham6094]

I can’t get over that ugly bull bar on the 4Runner!! Lol I comment about it in every video. It looks so clean the way it is and that bull bar just kills everything.

[@UntamedMotors]

Haha I know man. I’m taking it off soon, don’t worry. =]

[@andyham6094]

@@UntamedMotors hahaha to each their own tho. Love all your rigs bro

[@AlexL9119]

I went from the runner to taco. I prefer the looks of the taco but have a lunar rock runner coming. Will have both of them for a little bit. But will probably keep the runner

[@jbrownco]

Any insights having owned both at the same time?

[@pradogx1]

Why all the off-road mods and no off-roading being done?

[@shs646]

Why not bro . If ya got the money then flex on em lol

[@pradogx1]

@@shs646 I mean yeah lol why not but they haven’t seen even one dirt road in any of the videos. I guess some people want them to be garage queens 🤷🏻‍♂️ to each their own.

[@UntamedMotors]

@@pradogx1 I’d love to get into it 👌🏻 not opposed to it. I’d do simple trail riding -nothing that would beat up my rigs. I’d buy a $7K wrangler for that...

[@pradogx1]

@@UntamedMotors Fair enough. I respect that. Damaging a $60k truck probably won’t feel too good. I think your next project should be that $7k off-road beater 👍🏼

[@terrynichol577]

I have a tacoma, and regret not getting the 4Runner. So 4Runner all day. The Tacoma is like a Corolla with a bed

[@UntamedMotors]

Hah I hear yah... the 4Runner just feels stronger and more rigid.

[@terrynichol577]

@@UntamedMotors i shouldn't say that haha..it's a very durable truck.

[@kwmulligan]

Very late to the comment section here but I completely agree. I traded my one year-old 2023 Tacoma in for a used 4R that’s how bad I hated that engine and transmission.

[@terrynichol577]

@@kwmulligan You are late haha. I actually have a 2018 for running off-road premium now, love it

[@g.fortin3228]

I'd take the tried and true, Japan built 4runner hands down.. also because around here if you have a pickup people are asking you to haul stuff. I also prefer enclosed , heated back. I never need to carry anything large and long boards can go up top.

[@migslopez9258]

I miss your AG TRD Pro's. I'm trying to decide on LED's for my 2020 4Runner. What did you go with on the Tacoma and do you recommend them? I'm leaning towards Lasfit rn.

[@UntamedMotors]

I gorget the exact brand of LEDs I used for the Taco... they weren’t as good as Lasfit. Those are a solid option. 👌🏻

[@sshimizu1688]

I am the same like you, it’s hard but yes I would pick the Tacoma. That’s why I have both but they are not the trd pros like yours. Wish I could afford both. I have 2nd gen Tacoma sport 4wd and 2021 4Runner sr5 4wd. But love your trd pros! 🤙🏾

[@UntamedMotors]

Thanks man! Awesome that you have both too. Toyota is where it’s at, regardless of the trim... 👌🏻 💯

[@sshimizu1688]

@@UntamedMotors Amen thanks man! 🤙🏾

[@GKWunder]

Both are beauties, but I just love the Tacoma especially with the specifications your Trd Pro has Untamed👌🏽 the 4Runner sounds a little better though with that 4.0

[@UntamedMotors]

Thanks a lot man. 👍 I love the way it’s setup. Super grateful to have gotten it with the lift. =]

[@CalebCissna]

I would take the 4Runner. I cannot stand the 6-speed auto paired with the lack of low end torque in the Tacoma.

[@UntamedMotors]

Yeah it’s a bit weak feeling more often than not... 👌🏻

[@armandcouture4655]

My 2020 Off Road Taco in Quicksand does not feel anemic at all. Plenty of pep. When u turn on ECT it is even more lively. However, a re gear gives it more of that low end torque people are looking for! The power band coming in sooner with less RPMs.

[@Troystoy]

I’d go with the Tacoma pro imo....

[@UntamedMotors]

👌🏻 💯 a truck bed is a must imo...

[@noctilucent7396]

My 4runner sr5p has blinkers on the mirror, take that trd pro! Take that!

[@UntamedMotors]

Haha 😆 wonder why they didn’t put em on the Pro... 🤔

[@flyroninfishing6894]

@@UntamedMotors the 4Runner Pro has the mirror blinkers, maybe a Canadian thing though.

[@UntamedMotors]

@@flyroninfishing6894 yeah you’re right . Not in the US though =\

[@garrettfordham4537]

The Tacoma is way better at off-roading though. I have a Tacoma trd pro and my buddy has the 4runner pro. I can go more places than him due to the zero flex 4runner and crappy departure angle. Not to mention the gas tank on the 4runner hangs so low.

[@UntamedMotors]

Interesting I didn’t know about the lower fuel tank on the 4Runner... good to know 👌🏻

[@noctilucent7396]

4runner obviously made in Japan 🇯🇵

[@UntamedMotors]

That is a huge deal. Agreed. 👌🏻

[@Boltdriver70]

Awesome video but the 4runner is outsold by the tacoma almost twice over as far as popularity goes.

[@UntamedMotors]

Thank you. 🙏🏼 wow I didn’t know they outsold them by that much.

[@Axtec36]

4RUNNER in Voodoo Blue.

[@tgkg]

Taco if it's standard transmission.

[@cantley47]

I love your Tacoma sooo mmmuucchhh!!

[@UntamedMotors]

Haha thanks a lot man. =]

[@STEINER4545]

How much for the 17????

[@superseries7007]

Apples and oranges. 🤷‍♂️

[@thomasrossi31]

4Runner wins the revs.

[@UntamedMotors]

Agreed. That additional half liter helps a ton lol.

[@rickroel4994]

4 runner all day long. 4runner made in Japan with a solid 4.0 L engine. The Tacoma is now made in Mexico and has that weak 3.5 L with a transmission that can’t make up its mind. And the 4Runner is much roomier in the backseats.

[@UntamedMotors]

The fact that it’s made in Japan is a huge deal... I agree 100%...

[@nooddles12]

Those are 2 sexy vehicles I tell you what.

[@UntamedMotors]

Thanks brother! 🙏🏼

[@joshpack3570]

1st FJ 2nd 4Runner 3rd Tacoma 😂

[@UntamedMotors]

FJ 👌🏻 always a wise choice. I miss Trail Teams...

[@rotorwind177]

4runner over Tacoma for me. Tacoma is just too small for my needs. If I need a truck it will be a Tundra. Tacoma does win in the looks category vs Tundra though.

[@UntamedMotors]

Hah yeah it’s super tough... my heart tells me 4Runner but my mind tells me Tacoma for “practicality”... sure the bed doesn’t have a great payload, it still carries the dirty stuff like lawnmowers, yard equipment, plants, etc... Heck even desks and other big things are much easier when you’re not restricted to a ceiling. I loved a push mower in my “old” AG 4Runner and the cabin smelled like gas for a few days lol... Remember this “pick” is only if I could have one vehicle.

[@rotorwind177]

@@UntamedMotors you are right about the bed being very helpful! I have to move few things this weekend and having to rent a trailer. Can’t fault you for picking the Tacoma. Back seat just doesn’t work for large family with teenagers. If I could only have one it would be Tundra

[@UntamedMotors]

@@rotorwind177 ditto 👌🏻 Tundra is the best of all three hands down.

[@davidespinosa8320]

That bull bar huhhh

[@UntamedMotors]

Haha 😂

[@zumezoom9593]

impossible to choose

[@Thinkingabout1234]

Wish you never sold the taco

[@shs646]

Tundra pro

[@UntamedMotors]

+1 for that vote. It’s my #1 pick 100%