2021 Ford F-150 vs. Ford Ranger

When you’re in the market for a new pickup truck, there are many tough Ford trucks to choose from, but which is the right truck for your Derby drives? Compare the 2021 Ford F-150 vs. Ford Rangers with Don Hattan Dealerships, and see which of these trucks has the affordable pricing, powerful performance, and impressive fuel economy that matches your driving needs. No matter which of the Ford trucks catches your eye, be sure to contact us to schedule a test drive today!

On your search for a new Ford truck, one of the first things you should consider is your budget, and a notable difference between the 2021 Ford Ranger vs. F-150 is the price difference. At their base level configurations, they have about a $4,000 difference between them. Let’s take a look at their starting MSRP:

$28,940 MSRP

$24,820 MSRP

As we can see, the Ford Ranger would be the more affordable option when budget is a main determining factor. However, be sure to take a look at our New Vehicle Specials for even more ways to save on your new Ford.

Whether you’re putting in the hours at the jobsite or settling in for a relaxing trip out of the El Dorado-area, you need a truck that can give you the performance and capability to get you through the day. When looking at the Ford F-150 vs. Ford Ranger, you’ll notice that when it comes to towing capacity, the F-150 can handle the more heavy-duty jobs you come across. Yet, the Ranger has more torque, so towing at slower speeds feels more comfortable. Here’s the performance capabilities for their standard engine:

Standard Engine:  3.3L Ti-VCT V6 Engine
Horsepower: 290 hp
Torque: 265 lb-ft
Maximum Towing Capacity: 14,000 pounds
Transmission: Electronic 10-speed automatic transmission

Engine: 2.3L Ecoboost Engine
Horsepower: 270 hp
Torque: 310 lb-ft
Maximum Towing Capacity: 7,500 pounds
Transmission: 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission

While the difference between the fuel efficiency of the Ford F-150 and Ford Ranger isn’t large, it can make an impact on Newton drives depending on your driving habits. With the standard engines, the Ranger has a more efficient performance in the city and on the highway, which calls for fewer trips to local gas stations. Take a look at the EPA-estimated fuel efficiency ratings below:

20/24/21 city/highway/combined mpg for the standard engine

21/26/23 city/highway/combined mpg

Now that you see how the specs for the 2021 Ford F-150 vs. Ford Ranger compare, be sure to reach out to our team at Don Hattan Dealerships to get a closer look. If you’re interested in learning more about these trucks, take a look at how the Ford F-150 compares to the Chevy Silverado, or take a deeper look at the towing capabilities of the Ford Ranger. If you’re not ready for the 2021 F-150, you can check out our selection of used F-150 models.