2004 Toyota Tundra Double Cab Road Test

Paul claims that the rear seat in the Tundra Double Cab provides passengers with a segment-leading 24 degrees of

Besides being one of the most comfortable, the Tundra Double Cab's backseat provides passengers with a segment-leading 24 degrees of reclining seatback angle. (Photo: Toyota Canada)

reclining seatback angle. And he should know - he was riding in a Tundra Double Cab rear seat when he issued the claim. A 60/40 split in that same rear seat allows it to fold down and tumble forward, maximizing interior cargo carrying capacity.

More kudos to Toyota for designing a rear window that opens fully by dropping down into the rear wall of the cab. Not only does this create a wonderful wind in the hair ride when the moonroof and the 4 door windows are open, but it also allows large objects to extend between the cab and cargo box.

In keeping with Toyota's reputation for high quality fit and finish, the Tundra Double Cab I tested was accurately and

The cabin of the Tundra I drove was nicely appointed, but still falls short of Ford's new class leading F-150 interior for design and quality of materials. (Photo: Toyota Canada)

solidly assembled. Doors opened and closed with a luxury-car whump and all switch gear functioned smoothly. Interestingly, the Tundra trucks that Toyota presented were not the top-of-the-line Limited editions, but rather the real-world models that most people will be buying. While not overstuffed or leather clad, the interior of the Tundra I drove was nicely appointed. Still it paled in comparison to the 2004 Ford F150 I recently road tested. Of course the Ford was the top-tier Lariat model, but even in base trim I have to give Ford the nod when it comes to interior design, materials and workmanship.