Ford Ranger vs Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD
Overview | |
Years produced1983-2011 | Years produced2007-Present |
MSRP$32,720 | MSRP$36,500 |
Listings9582 | Listings9207 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryWhile Ford outsells all other brands with its full-size pickup trucks, it's dead last in the midsize class. The Ranger, once the king of small trucks, sold terribly after Ford relaunched it for the 2019 model year. The smaller Maverick outsold the Ranger by three to one in 2023. For 2024, the new Ranger brings more of everything—power, tech, refinement, space, and most importantly, choice. Is it too late for Ford to catch up? We tested a Ranger XLT to find out. Verdict: With new V6 engines and a Raptor trim, the 2024 Ford Ranger offers greater choice and capability to finally match the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Nissan Frontier, and Toyota Tacoma. | |
Reviews SummaryFull-size heavy-duty trucks are built with a purpose. Whereas many light-duty trucks are many things to many buyers, heavy-duty pickups do all these things plus tow and haul an incredible amount. This would seem like an incredible challenge; offer all the creature comforts and amenities you might find in a family sedan but with world-beating capability. And yet massive trucks like the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD are able to expertly deliver on these day-to-day needs while also being some of the most capable vehicles on the road today. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 270 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity3 |
MPG City21 | MPG City |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 270 hp I4 | Engine Name6.6L 401 hp V8 |
Torque | Torque464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower401 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity3 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length59.6 in | Bed Length98.3 in |
Curb Weight4203 lbs | Curb Weight6231 lbs |
Height74.0 in | Height80.9 in |
Length210.6 in | Length235.5 in |
Width86.7 in | Width81.7 in |
Wheelbase128.7 in | Wheelbase141.6 in |
Maximum Payload1805 lbs | Maximum Payload4481 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity21500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity14500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1983-2011 | 2007-Present |
MSRP | $32,720 | $36,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | While Ford outsells all other brands with its full-size pickup trucks, it's dead last in the midsize class. The Ranger, once the king of small trucks, sold terribly after Ford relaunched it for the 2019 model year. The smaller Maverick outsold the Ranger by three to one in 2023. For 2024, the new Ranger brings more of everything—power, tech, refinement, space, and most importantly, choice. Is it too late for Ford to catch up? We tested a Ranger XLT to find out. Verdict: With new V6 engines and a Raptor trim, the 2024 Ford Ranger offers greater choice and capability to finally match the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Nissan Frontier, and Toyota Tacoma. | Full-size heavy-duty trucks are built with a purpose. Whereas many light-duty trucks are many things to many buyers, heavy-duty pickups do all these things plus tow and haul an incredible amount. This would seem like an incredible challenge; offer all the creature comforts and amenities you might find in a family sedan but with world-beating capability. And yet massive trucks like the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD are able to expertly deliver on these day-to-day needs while also being some of the most capable vehicles on the road today. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 270 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | 4X2 | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 3 |
MPG City | 21 | |
MPG Highway | 25 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 270 hp I4 | 6.6L 401 hp V8 |
Torque | 464 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 401 hp @ 5200 rpm | |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | |
MPG Highway | 25 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 3 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 59.6 in | 98.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4203 lbs | 6231 lbs |
Height | 74.0 in | 80.9 in |
Length | 210.6 in | 235.5 in |
Width | 86.7 in | 81.7 in |
Wheelbase | 128.7 in | 141.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1805 lbs | 4481 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7500 lbs | 21500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 14500 lbs |
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