Re: Why a fullsize?
Another point/opinion of mine. I was eyeing up some 05 Sierras and Silverados, and although they are very efficient for fullsizes, I KNOW I wouldn't be as happy appearance wise. I know looks shouldn't matter a ton, but in my opinion the Tacoma is probably one of the nicest looking trucks on the market (both fullsize and midsize). That's one thing I love about the Tacomas...looks sharp.
I just got off the phone with my brother-in-law who owns an 05 1500, and we were discussing this. I told him I wanted to be able to drive a fullsize for like a week or two and see what kind of mpg I can get, and he told me flat out, "honestly, in all reality you can expect about 15-16mpg everyday running around driving in my truck...I can get 20mpg on highway trips pretty easy, but for everyday driving, about 15-16...the way I drive, I get about 14" He's very honest, and I believe him, and with those numbers, I'm not sure I could justify the switch. There are times (going to occur even more in the next year or so if/when I begin building my home) when I will want a fullsize, BUT, for carrying building materials, I can always use a trailer (I do have the tow package). So who knows...I'm still undecided, but I'm also in no hurry to trade yet.
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