how can i search for truck features across brands? ie 4X4 with long bed?

Answer 1

Try this site:

http://www.autotrader.com/research/index.jsp

The site also allows you to browse though vehicles listed online in your area and is the largest one on the internet. It also features sites in other major countries including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Brazil, and various European countries.

In the United States, nearly every truck is available with a longbed option and 4-Wheel Drive. Here's a list of trucks to check out that fit that requirement.

Compact Pickups:
Chevrolet Colorado
Ford Ranger
GMC Canyon
Isuzu I-Series (I-280 and I-350)
Mazda B-Series (B2200, B3000, and B4000)

Midsize Pickups:
Dodge Dakota
Nissan Frontier
Toyota Tacoma

Fullsize Trucks:
Chevrolet Avalanche
Chevrolet Silverado
Dodge Ram
Ford F-Series (F-150, F-250, and F-350)
GMC Sierra
Nissan Titan
Toyota Tundra

About the only models not available with the longbed are the Hummer H2, Lincoln Mark LT, and Ford Explorer Sport Trac because they are crew cabs only and come with a shortbed. Same with the Honda Ridgeline and Cadillac Escalade EXT, which are only available with All-Wheel Drive instead of true 4-Wheel Drive.

If you have any more questions, please feel free to ask.

Answer 2

Try www.edmunds.com to compare brands. you can also read customer reviews to see what owners have to say about their cars.