So, here are the dimensions you've been waiting for: the 5-foot bed is approximately 67.1 inches long, 45.0 inches wide, and 20.8 inches deep. That's like trying to fit a small elephant in the back of your truck - it's doable, but it's gonna be a tight squeeze. And, if you opt for the 6-foot bed, you'll get an extra 12 inches of length, because, you know, sometimes you just need a little more wiggle room.
But, what about the volume of the truck bed, you ask? Well, the 5-foot bed has a maximum payload capacity of around 1,650 pounds, which is like hauling a small car around (just kidding, don't try that at home). And, the 6-foot bed can handle around 1,860 pounds of payload, which is like... well, it's still a lot of stuff. The 5-foot bed has a volume of around 30 cubic feet, while the 6-foot bed has a volume of around 40 cubic feet.
Now, I know what you're thinking - what about the width between the wheel wells? That's a great question, because, let's face it, you don't want your luggage or tools to be all scrunched up in the back of the truck. The width between the wheel wells is around 34.6 inches, which is like trying to fit a large suitcase in the back of your truck - it's doable, but you might need to do some creative rearranging.
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