2023 Ford Ranger vs. 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Review

Picture of the 2023 Ford Ranger

2023 Ford
Ranger

MSRP*: $27,400 to $40,945
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Picture of the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500

2024 GMC
Sierra 1500

MSRP*: $37,700 to $82,500
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 14 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 19 - 26 MPG 17 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 2 - 6 seats
Cargo Space 43.3 - 51.8 ft3 62.9 - 89.1 ft3
Engine
  • 270-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 2.7-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 hp 305 - 420 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 8,800 - 13,300 lbs
Exterior Length 210.8 in 211.0 - 242.5 in
Exterior Width 77.8 in 81.2 - 81.2 in
Leg Room Front 43.1 in
Rear 30.4 - 34.5 in
Front 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 35.9 - 38.3 in
Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 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
Due to its greater head- and legroom, passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Sierra 1500 than in the Ford Ranger. The GMC Sierra 1500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Ford Ranger.

Convenience
The GMC Sierra 1500 requires less frequent visits to the gas station than the Ford Ranger, making it more convenient to drive.

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). Clearly, the Ford Ranger is a better financial choice over the GMC Sierra 1500, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Ranger is much slimmer than the GMC Sierra 1500, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Ford Ranger, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the GMC Sierra 1500.

Handling
The Ford Ranger has a significantly smaller turning radius than the GMC Sierra 1500, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Ford Ranger has a little less horsepower than the GMC Sierra 1500.

Powertrain
The Ford Ranger offers much less torque than the GMC Sierra 1500, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Ford Ranger has less seating than the GMC Sierra 1500, making the GMC Sierra 1500 the better choice if you often have passengers. The GMC Sierra 1500 has a lot more cargo capacity for hauling lumber or gardening supplies than the Ford Ranger.