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The 4runner is the built on the same chassis as that of the Lexus GX and the LC Prado; the main differences are the engine options, body panels, and interior. The Tacoma has cargo space; it lacks load carrying capacity. The 4runner and certain midsized 4x4's sold overseas have a bit more load...

I never meant to imply that the LC 70 is a substitute for the domestic 3/4 and 1 tons. My meaning was that both vehicle types are designed and built with a bias towards functionality and durability rather than comfort and on-road handling. Both vehicle types are designed to endure long working...

Yeah the trucks we refer to as 'midsized' here in North America are usually sold as work-oriented variants overseas. But I still contend that the Ranger, Hilux and other work-oriented 'utes' aren't in the same class of vehicle as something like a LC 70 series. In my earlier post, I argued that...

I think a 3/4 ton is fair comparison, even though we’re looking at a much bigger vehicle. Like the LC 70, it’s a vehicle that is purpose-built for work. Most NA 1/2 tons are too focused on on-road handling to compete with a land cruiser. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Compare apples-to-apples. Ford, really doesn't make anything that is comparable to the LC 70 series. The only vehicles that come close are the Mercedes G Wagon and Nissan Patrol (referring to the overseas versions of both). I'm not surprised that a LC 79 held up better than a Ford...

The Tacoma's, 4runner's and Landcruisers are kind of ridiculous on pricing. You can find used Tundra's for a very decent price; mildly used 2015's can be found for as low as ~$25k-$27k, which is very good for how much truck you're getting. Unless the OP absolutely needs a 3/4 ton, a Tundra...

While it is perhaps true the F-150 is rated to carry payloads comparable to those of older 3/4 ton's, it is debatable whether the F-150's mechanical hardware is just as durable as that of the older HD's. The F-150 frame, axles and overall chassis are somewhat tame compared to what you find...

We have similar tracks where I live. The full sizes will fit. Most owners won't take their trucks in there because they don't want their paint to get scratched up; that aside, most road-going pickups will fit down those tracks.

Again, refer to the websites and published brochures. 1175lbs is the highest, not the lowest, payload you can get for a v6, 4x4 Double Cab Tacoma. The payload goes decreases slightly from there as you chose different options and trims. For a similar configuration of Colorado, 1580lbs is the...

Go check out the brochures and websites for both vehicles. A Double Cab 4x4 A/T v6 Tacoma has a payload of ~1175lbs (maybe a little bit less depending upon the trim). A Crew Cab 4x4 A/T v6 Colorado has a payload of ~1580lbs (a bit less for the diesel).

The new Colorado actually has a few hundred more lbs of payload relative to the Tacoma (ZR2 is about the same). It's not a huge difference, but there is a bit more leeway with that truck. Heck, a stock Power Wagon with its stock tires (~33's) has about 14 inches of ground clearance. I don't...

Can you give some concrete examples? Because so far everything you've brought up is hypothetical. Trail erosion is going to happen, with or without full size trucks. Roads and trails need to be maintained as they see usage...that's just inherent to the conservation efforts required for 4x4...

It's awesome to see all these Colorado's getting dirty and being put to good use. GM's decision to reinvigorate their midsized category and offer different engine options really paid off.

And so long as we're talking about established roads, built for vehicular traffic, a full size should fit without any issue (other than pin striping). Where I live, the trails/roads are very tight and heavily vegetated, arguably more so than what I've seen out west. The full size trucks I've...

I guess that's the central issue which is up for debate. For someone who wants to carry/tow a lot of weight and still be able to explore 4x4 roads, a fullsize pickup may in fact be the right tool. I agree that full size trucks will need more deliberate planning for getting through certain...

Part of the reason that topic came up was because someone was suggesting that a F-150 is capable enough to assume some of the functional roles previously fulfilled by 3/4 ton's (which is the category the OP is considering). I disagreed. Also, this is an expo thread; thread derailment is the...

I'm interpreting that as sarcasm, and, if correct, my response is this: I've always applauded Ford for pushing the envelope with new technologies and different engine options. I just don't think the F-150 is the best 1/2 ton on the market, despite is dominance of the North American market.

Based on what I've seen when looking underneath both trucks and based what I've read and heard, like you, anecdotally. While the frame on the Tundra is one area I'd like to see beefed up (fully boxed), everything else about the Tundra seems overbuilt (transmission, transfer case, the 2-piece...

Like I said earlier, I haven't been out that way but it's been done before: I certainly wouldn't take a long bed, mega-cab up there with stock tires. But with a good set of tires and the appropriate cab configuration, I don't think you're "cheating the odds" anymore than you are with a Jeep...

Hummer's are known for being very wide compared to most other road-going vehicles. Like I said earlier, a Ram 2500 was taken over Black Bear Pass.