Why a fullsize?

[Marazzito]

Originally Posted by MGH-PA

If you're going to be pulling a rockcrawler, then I would go with the Tundra. I know Marazzito does it with his Tacoma, but I would still go with the Tundra. If it will also double as a DD and you drive a lot, consider fuel prices. The new Tundra's are gas pigs. Sure on the highway, I bet you can get a solid 18mpg everytime, but everyday driving most guys over on the Tundra board are getting about 13-15mpg daily driving.

I do tow my FJ40 with my Tacoma and it does a good job especially for what it is! Believe me a Tundra would be a much better match to tow my Tacoma, there are times I wish I waited a few more months for a Tundra. But I do love my truck and it tows good enough.

[Marazzito]

Originally Posted by genericposter

The 4Runner itself weighs about 5k and then I need to get a trailer to pull. After parts, tires, extra propane, etc. I think it would add up to more than the Tacoma can safely pull.

My FJ40 on the trailer weighs in at 6,200lbs ready to camp. I am very close to the limits, but I am very impressed with the stability stopping power and power to pull in the mountains. Now it aint no 5.7 but it can hold it's own. Your 4runner seems to be a little heavier than my FJ40, which kinda surprises me because 40's are about the same weight as your 4runner stock and have many heavy options including 5 37" IROKS. If I could do it again, I would probably by a Tundra and that would be my advice for you. The biggest reason I didn't was because at the time were I worked had a tight parking garage and I couldn't wait for a new truck.