Tacoma's are Okay.  Just be careful what year you get.  I watched a safety show about SUV's and Truck's.  The Tacoma was in there and got a REALLY bad crash rating at 35 MPH.  It was for the side impact.  This was (I think) the 2000 model, maybe 1999 not 100% sure.  Just check out what kind of safety rating.  They only have to test it for 30 MPH, by law.  Also if you get the 2 wheel drive, remember they STINK in the snow.  So you might wont to keep your car, or get a beater for winter time use. 
