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Toyota Tacoma holds its value better — 76% five-year retention against 76% for the Ford F-450. Resale value and cost of ownership, head to head.
On five-year value retention the Toyota Tacoma comes out ahead, holding about 76% of its value versus 76% for the Ford F-450. Over the first five years the Toyota Tacoma loses roughly $7,919 while the Ford F-450 loses about $15,802 — a gap near $7,883.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Toyota Tacoma sheds about 11% in year one versus 6% for the Ford F-450. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.