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Originally Posted by Meatro
MGH-PA,
I hope you got some sort of benefit from the rants that have been posted, but I have to say it's all about needs. But in the same breath, the decision on a full or mid size truck is based on one's preception of what is going to fulfil those needs. I've owned/driven trucks my whole life. I love my 07 Taco and will probably get another one if the situation presents itself. I also rent fullsize 4x4 trucks for work on average 3-4 days per month and drive an average of 600km those days. I've driven the big 3 and each have their + and -. What it comes down to for me is that the 4x4 DC Tacoma fits my needs perfectly. I can tow a boat or camper. I can fit dirt bikes/quad in the box and can move pretty much anything I'll ever own. The 4x4 in Alberta is a must. My time is valuable and I personaly don't like to get stranded when it decides to snow 2', melt then freeze hard again over any given weekend in April.
The bottom line is that anyone can justify anything if they want to. $500/ year in extra fuel, or $50 per month more on new truck payments. I'm personally not concerned if someone pulls up beside me with their 8' high Dodge. I'm happy for them if that is what fulfils their needs, whether it be off-road or they just like big trucks.
The question is what would you prefer to drive?
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Probably one of the most sensible posts in a while. I've actually come to the same conclusions you did. As a small update for anyone who cares, I decided to keep the Tacoma, because it truly does fit what I NEED. I would not be able to fully justify a fullsize truck Sure there are times when I need one, but I do have access to my dad's 03 F250 when I need it. For me, the Tacoma is the perfect balance of driveability, economy, and power. All of the reasons I was trying to convince myself of getting a fullsize for were more psychological than anything.