Ford Ranger vs. Ford F-150: Compare New Ford Trucks in Fergus Falls, MN
Ford is renowned for well-rounded trucks that deliver potent performance, rugged capability, and proven dependability. They're also impressively accommodating, with comfortable cabins and many appealing features and technologies. With the most comprehensive selection in the industry, the Ford truck lineup has models to suit myriad needs and preferences. Two of the automaker's most popular pickups are the midsize Ford Ranger and the full-size Ford F-150. While both are exemplary models in their respective segments, they offer unique experiences to suit different lifestyles. To help you determine the right fit for your Minnesota lifestyle, here's a quick look at what each has to offer.
Ford Ranger
- Cab/Bed Configuration Options: Four-door SuperCrew with a 5.0-foot box
- Seats: Five
- Dimensions - L x W x H: 210.6 x 79 x 73.9 inches
- Max Towing1: 7,500 pounds
- Max Payload1: 1,850 pounds
- Horsepower/Torque: 270 - 315 / 310 - 400 pound-feet
The Ford Ranger is a great pick for Fargo-area drivers who need something more capable than a compact pickup (such as the Ford Maverick) while retaining more maneuverability than a full-size model. It comes standard with a 2.3-liter EcoBoost® turbo-four engine (270 horsepower/310 pound-feet of torque) and can tow an impressive 7,500 pounds when properly equipped. It has among the highest available payload ratings in its class.
Fully redesigned in 2024, the fifth-generation Ranger is better than ever, sporting a bold new look, upgraded features, and more advanced tech. It also gets new performance options, including a 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6 (borrowed from the F-150 lineup) with 315 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque. Additionally, the long-awaited Ranger Raptor has finally arrived, boasting a boisterous 3.0-liter EcoBoost® V6 (405 horsepower/430 pound-feet of torque) and a host of multi-terrain enhancements.
The fifth-gen Ford Ranger has many new comfort and convenience amenities, including a 10.1-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone integration, rear underseat storage, and fold-flat rear seatbacks. Depending on your chosen trim level or package, you further augment your Detroit Lakes drives with technologies like a larger 12-inch touchscreen, a fully digital instrument panel, Connected Built-In Navigation, Bang & Olufsen premium audio, and Ford Co-Pilot360â„¢ driver aids.
Ford F-150
- Cab Options: Regular, Super Cab, Super Crew
- Bed Length Options 5.5-foot, 6.5-foot, 8.0-foot box
- Seats: Three to Six
- Dimensions - L x W x H (Super Crew with 5.5-foot bed): 231.7 x 79.9 x 77.2 inches
- Max Towing1: 13,500 pounds
- Max Payload1: 2,455 pounds
- Horsepower/Torque (excluding Raptor): 325 - 430 / 400 - 570 pound-feet
As a segment cornerstone and veritable American icon, the Ford F-150 certainly requires no introduction. It's the benchmark for the full-size light-duty class, offering powerful engine options, excellent accommodations, cutting-edge technologies, and endless configurability. A long-standing reputation for capability, durability, and innovation has helped the F-150 become the best-selling vehicle in the U.S. for more than forty years.
The Ford F-150 has the most comprehensive powertrain roster of any class competitor, and each engine generates no less than 400 pound-feet of torque. The base engine is a 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6 (325 horsepower/400 pound-feet of torque). Other options include a 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8 (400 horsepower/410 pound-feet of torque), a 3.5-liter EcoBoost® V6 (400 horsepower/500 pound-feet of torque), and the PowerBoost® full-hybrid V6 (430 horsepower/570 pound-feet of torque.)
Beyond its segment-topping performance numbers, the Ford F-150 provides specialized equipment to make your life and work a little easier. Examples include Max Recline seats, an interior work surface, and Pro Power Onboard, which turns your truck into a mobile generator. You can also get numerous systems to help simplify the towing experience, including Pro Trailer Backup Assist, Trailer Reverse Guidance, and trailer coverage for the 360-degree surround-view camera and Blind Spot Information System.
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Reach out to Nelson Ford for more information about the latest Ford models, including available configurations, financing opportunities, and reservation options. We also have an excellent selection in our extensive pre-owned inventory. If you'd like to try out trucks like the new Ranger and F-150 for yourself, we welcome you to schedule a test drive or visit our Fergus Falls Ford dealership at your convenience. We'll be happy to show you around.
1Maximum towing and payload figures depend on available equipment and are provided for comparison purposes only. Always refer to the owner's manual and doorjamb sticker for vehicle-specific ratings.
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Fergus Falls, MN 56537
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