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2023 Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma

2023 Jeep Gladiator from Above

2023 Jeep Gladiator

vs.

2023 Toyota Tacoma
2

Engine Options

2
Yes

Available Diesel Engine

No
285 hp

Maximum Horsepower

278 hp
442 lb-ft

Maximum Torque

265 lb-ft
7,700 pounds

Maximum Towing

6,800 pounds
1,710 pounds

Maximum Payload

1,155 pounds

Looking for a workhorse of a pickup loaded with capabilities and state-of-the-art features? The new Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma are two popular trucks among Meridian and Boise drivers, and it’s easy to see why. Both pickups are equipped with powerful engine options, impressive towing capacity, and class-leading amenities. However, only one of these pickups can go home with you–which one will it be? Find out by comparing the 2023 Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma in this guide from Peterson Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.

 

 

Gladiator or Tacoma? – Engine Specs

The Gladiator and the Tacoma are offered with two different engines. When you compare the Gladiator vs. Tacoma engines, you’ll see that the Jeep has the advantage, offering gas and diesel options that pack more power virtually across the board. Let’s take a closer look at the engine specs of the 2023 Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma.

Jeep Gladiator Engine Options and Specs 

3.6L Pentastar® V6:

  • 285 hp
  • 260 lb-ft
  • Paired with 6-speed manual or 8-speed 850RE transmission

3.0L EcoDiesel V6:

  • 260 hp
  • 442 lb-ft
  • Paired with 8-speed 8HP75 transmission

Toyota Tacoma Engine Options and Specs

2.7L DOHC 4-Cylinder Engine: 

  • 159 hp
  • 180 lb-ft
  • Paired with 6-speed automatic transmission

3.5L DOHC V6 Engine: 

  • 278 hp
  • 265 lb-ft
  • Paired with 6-speed automatic or manual transmission 

Gladiator or Tacoma? – Towing Power

While both the Gladiator and the Tacoma will help you tow with confidence in Caldwell and beyond, the Jeep delivers more overall towing power. Its standard gas engine gives you more than double the towing capacity of the Tacoma’s standard 4-cylinder. Here are the exact towing specs of the Gladiator vs. Tacoma:

  • Jeep Gladiator 3.6L Pentastar® V6:7,700 pounds
  • Jeep Gladiator 3.0L EcoDiesel V6: 6,500 pounds
  • Toyota Tacoma 2.7L DOHC 4-Cylinder Engine:3,500 pounds
  • Toyota Tacoma 3.5L DOHC V6 Engine:6,800 pounds

Gladiator or Tacoma? – Features

With either the Gladiator or Tacoma, you’ll enjoy a wide array of features that help you stay safer, connected, and entertained, no matter where the road or the job takes you. But the Gladiator is designed with ruggedness and off-roading in mind, so it’s loaded with amenities that enhance performance and take on rough terrain and challenging driving conditions with ease. Available amenities include:

  • Class II Bumper Hitch
  • Class IV Receiver Hitch
  • Dana® 44 wide axles
  • Front and rear tow hooks
  • Heavy-duty engine cooling
  • Off-Road+ drive mode
  • Steel skid plates
  • Sway Bar Disconnect
  • Trailcam
  • Tru-Lok® Electronic Locking Differentials

Experience the New Jeep Gladiator at Peterson Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

As you can see from this matchup of the 2023 Jeep Gladiator vs. Toyota Tacoma, the Gladiator is the clear winner. Experience it for yourself with a test drive; contact us to set up a time or just drop by our Nampa showroom at your convenience. In the meantime, don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions, and you can always continue your research online.

 

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