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With even more choices when it comes to Ford trucks, many
shoppers are arriving at Southern
California Ford Dealers wondering what pickup truck is best. More
specifically, these shoppers are looking at the new 2019 Ford Ranger and
comparing it to the 2019 Ford F-150.
Some of the differences between these vehicles
is apparent long before you see either at Ford dealerships. There are some
details you might not realize are a factor, which we cover in this quick
comparison.
Size
It might seem obvious, but there are some clear size
differences between the Ford Ranger and Ford F-150. One is a midsize model and
the other is a full-size, but that might not mean what you suspect. Yes, the
Ford F-150 comes with more headroom, legroom, and shoulder room in the cab, but
the Ford Ranger isn’t exactly cramped.
Despite being smaller, the Ford Ranger actually provides
quite a bit of room inside and in the payload. You can get either a 5-foot or
6-foot bed, which is plenty to haul everyday items, materials for home
projects, or toys for weekend fun. If you choose the Ford F-150 you get a
5.5-foot, 6.5-foot, or 8-foot bed, which means even more room to haul what you
need.
Capability
For most, the reason to buy a truck is the increased
capability versus other vehicles. You definitely get different levels of
performance between these two pickups, so it’s a good idea to know more before
deciding.
With the Ford Ranger you get one engine choice, an efficient
and powerful 2.3-liter Ecoboost. When properly equipped, the truck can tow up
to 7,500 pounds.*
The Ford F-150 comes with a staggering six engine choices,
so you get many choices. The newest is the 3.0-liter Power Stroke turbo diesel,
combining plenty of torque and excellent fuel efficiency. There’s also the
2.7-liter and 3.5-liter EcoBoost engines. Created for the Raptor and used on
the Limited trim as well, the high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost produces a
screaming 450 horsepower and 510 lb.-ft. of torque. For a more traditional
setup, there’s also a 3.3-liter V-6 and the 5.0-liter V-8. Best towing
capability comes with the 3.5-liter EcoBoost at 13,200 pounds.**
Accommodations
You’ll be spending a lot of time in the Ford Ranger or Ford F-150,
so it’s important.
Both trucks can be outfitted with luxuries like leather
upholstery, seat heaters, and an upgraded sound system. They also can come with
Ford+Alexa, allowing you to use the famous home assistant in your vehicle. Not
only does it come with over 50,000 skills, you can shop Amazon Prime while on
the road.
The Ford Co-Pilot360 suite of advanced safety systems comes
standard on both pickups. It bundles together features like a lane-keeping
system, pre-collision assist, with automatic emergency braking, a rearview
camera, and automatic high-beam headlights.
Really, the best way to understand the differences between
the 2019 Ford Ranger and the 2019 Ford F-150 is to take both trucks for a test
drive. Contact your Southern
California Ford Dealers to make your appointment.
*SuperCab 4x2.
**Max towing on F-150 XL SuperCrew®, 6.5' box, 3.5L
EcoBoost® 4x2 and Max Trailer Tow Package. Max towing on F-150 LARIAT SuperCab
or SuperCrew®, 6.5’ box, 3.0L Power Stroke Diesel 4x2, Trailer Tow Package and
3.55 rear axle.
Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on
Ford segmentation.
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