The biggest V-8s Ford and Chevy have to offer recorded times of 7.84 and 7.87 seconds respectively, virtually identical to the Tundra. Size is still the big bugaboo for the Tundra. Despite an increase of seven inches in wheelbase and eight inches in length over the T100, it's still smaller than the Big Three trucks. This deficiency becomes apparent sitting in the second row seat in the extended cab. Legroom is scarce and the second row seats are uncomfortably straight-backed because of the lack of space.
Space also plays a role in bed size.
Unlike the models from the Big Three, there is only one size truck. Lobenstein says the slightly smaller size is what Toyota perceives their buyers want. Price should be a positive selling point. It appears Toyota has done its homework with this new pickup. Selling 100,000 a year should be a snap.