2024 Ford F-250 vs. 2024 Ford Ranger Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford F-250

2024 Ford
F-250

MSRP*: $44,970 to $97,295
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Picture of the 2024 Ford Ranger

2024 Ford
Ranger

MSRP*: $32,820 to $55,720
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MPG - City Info not available 16 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 18 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 2 - 6 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 65.4 - 78.5 ft3 43.5 ft3
Engine
  • 500-hp, 6.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 315-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 405-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 405 - 500 hp 270 - 405 hp
Towing Capacity 13,800 - 22,000 lbs 5,510 - 7,500 lbs
Exterior Length 231.8 - 266.2 in 210.6 - 210.9 in
Exterior Width 80.0 in 79.0 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 33.5 - 43.6 in
Front 43.7 in
Rear 34.6 - 38.3 in
Head Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 40.3 - 40.4 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Ford F-250 offers passengers in its extended cab about the same head- and legroom as the Ford Ranger. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Ford F-250 and the Ford Ranger.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford F-250 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Ford Ranger, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Ford F-250 is a little wider than the Ford Ranger, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. If you go with the Ford F-250, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Ford Ranger.

Handling
The Ford F-250 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Ford Ranger, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford F-250 is clearly the choice over the Ford Ranger for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Ford F-250 greatly outmuscles the Ford Ranger.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford F-250 does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Ford Ranger.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford F-250 as you will the Ford Ranger. You'll be able to haul more material in the Ford F-250 than the Ford Ranger, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.