Ford Ranger vs Dodge Dakota
Overview | |
Years produced1983-2011 | Years produced1987-2010 |
MSRP$33,550 | MSRP$22,755 |
Listings9778 | Listings389 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryWhile the 2026 Ford Ranger is mostly a carryover model, there are some new options and a new gray paint. The biggest news, though, is that the FX4 Off-Road Package is now available on even the base XL trim, adding features such as an electronic-locking rear differential, extra skid plates, off-road tuned shocks, and low-speed off-road cruise control. This makes off-road equipment more accessible but takes the manufacturer's suggested retail price over $40,000. Verdict: The Ford Ranger is a solid midsize truck, but unless buyers go all the way up to the Raptor trim, there isn’t anything that really helps it stand out from the crowd. And while we love the standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on a large vertical screen, we wish there were more advanced standard safety tech. The XL trim is great for a basic no-frills work truck, but shoppers need the XLT for a larger engine, heated seats, and more safety features. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 270 hp I4 | Engine3.7L 210 hp V6 |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower270 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower210 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway20 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 270 hp I4 | Engine Name3.7L 210 hp V6 |
Torque310 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower270 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower210 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway20 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length59.6 in | Bed Length78.8 in |
Curb Weight4210 lbs | Curb Weight4200 lbs |
Height74.4 in | Height68.0 in |
Length210.6 in | Length218.5 in |
Width86.7 in | Width71.7 in |
Wheelbase128.7 in | Wheelbase131.3 in |
Maximum Payload1840 lbs | Maximum Payload1810 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Standard Payload | Standard Payload1710 lbs |
Maximum Towing Capacity7500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7250 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1983-2011 | 1987-2010 |
MSRP | $33,550 | $22,755 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | While the 2026 Ford Ranger is mostly a carryover model, there are some new options and a new gray paint. The biggest news, though, is that the FX4 Off-Road Package is now available on even the base XL trim, adding features such as an electronic-locking rear differential, extra skid plates, off-road tuned shocks, and low-speed off-road cruise control. This makes off-road equipment more accessible but takes the manufacturer's suggested retail price over $40,000. Verdict: The Ford Ranger is a solid midsize truck, but unless buyers go all the way up to the Raptor trim, there isn’t anything that really helps it stand out from the crowd. And while we love the standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on a large vertical screen, we wish there were more advanced standard safety tech. The XL trim is great for a basic no-frills work truck, but shoppers need the XLT for a larger engine, heated seats, and more safety features. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 270 hp I4 | 3.7L 210 hp V6 |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 270 hp @ 5500 rpm | 210 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 20 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 270 hp I4 | 3.7L 210 hp V6 |
Torque | 310 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 270 hp @ 5500 rpm | 210 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 20 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 59.6 in | 78.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4210 lbs | 4200 lbs |
Height | 74.4 in | 68.0 in |
Length | 210.6 in | 218.5 in |
Width | 86.7 in | 71.7 in |
Wheelbase | 128.7 in | 131.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1840 lbs | 1810 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Standard Payload | 1710 lbs | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7500 lbs | 7250 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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