New Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma....which one is faster? Find out as Andre and Nathan drag race the two trucks over at TFLnow: th-cam.com/video/Vna2oVTYzPQ/w-d-xo.html
A better test of the trucks would be to see how they compare with the same tires. Tires can make all the difference. Eliminate that difference, and you will have a true comparison between the trucks themselves.
@@Bird76Mojo76 smoke... HAH! Did you not see how mutch more the ranger slips in "trail" control. Toyotas is one of the best 4x4 vehicles next to jeep. I mean look at the landcruiser.
@@camerongoldensmith8044 lol had nothing to do with trail control and everything to do with the ranger having less articulation as they have already shown
I could care less which one is faster, which one will still be moving on its own power in 20 years...nobody seems to care about that because they change cars like they change underwear.
Pay now or pay later. I own a 2010 Taco, bought it new. I've done the timing chain once, the serp belt twice and regular oil and lube. Nothing else, not even brakes after 270,000 km. It's a six speed standard TRD off road. I take it deep into the BC wilderness hunting and fishing etc...never let me down, not once. I've also owned two Fords from new (F250 and F350 Diesel) won't bore you but it was a very different experience....
I like both of these trucks. It seems as if the Ford is more spacious on the inside, is a bit quicker, and has a better ride. The Tacoma seems better off road, depreciates less, and is probably a bit more reliable. I don't think you can really go wrong with either one of these.
The old rangers I used to have all made it past 200,000 miles one mad it to 300. So I don't know what people are talking about when they say it ain't reliable
@@JefferysawyDigitalcreator yeah the old rangers are pretty reliable. The new ones I’m not so sure about. Just because it’s a turbo inline 4 inside of a truck. Now if they had something like the old 4.0 v6 or 4.9 inline 6 in it then it’d probably be the best midsize truck on the market.
@@JefferysawyDigitalcreator Did your old Ranger have a turbo engine and a 10 speed tranny? Did it have crawl control and a bunch of electronics? Did it have tons of cheap plastic parts in the engine bay? You can't determine the longevity of the current model based on your experience with an older one. What I see too often with newer vehicles is the overuse of plastic in the engine. Like plastic intakes, plastic components on the cooling system, and plastic components right next to the exhaust manifold. So when you go to work on them they crack or break. The thing that makes the Tacoma more reliable is that it's basically the same design from many years back. They still use a 6 speed auto. If you look at the forums for vehicle problems, the new 8, 9, 10 speed autos have a lot of problems. Turbo direct injection engines have problems. The Tacoma uses naturally aspirated 6 speed auto and manual still. That's what makes it more reliable than the competition.
I had a tacoma for 10 years and now have a 2018 f150 5.0l, and one thing I can say is yes the taco is a bit rough around the edges but it only adds to it's rugged capability. After 10 years it never left me stranded and still looked handsome. My only wish is you could get the small 4.7l out of the tundra as an engine option in the taco. The ford is a much better everyday work truck but the Tacoma is a all terrain weekend warriors dream.
Great comparison. The Ranger does fall short in some of the off road situations, but it’ll make up for it in everyday situations. Both trucks have their strengths. The Tacoma wouldn’t be for me, I’ve never liked the cabs/seating position or the ride in either the Taco or the Tundra.
I looked at the new 19' Ram's 1/2 ton's...Some priced over $60k....I think when and if they (Toyota) "ever" re-design the Tundra, they keep the price under the Big 3...
All I'm thinking... I driven gnarlier roads in a '97 Ford Taurus, '91 Royal and a first generation Ranger 4 bangin' 2 rear wheel drive. Soooo bummed I clicked on this.
Comparing a ford to a toyota is no comparison. The ford will lose resale value far sooner than the toyota and the toyota will outlast the ranger and is better quility. Very few ford's will see 200k or even 300k miles. Toyota will always be the top in this field.
I bought the Ford Ranger, love it. Took it on a 1700 mile road trip to Arkansas. Especially like the aluminum rolling bed cover, stuff was very secure.
Finally a sensible comment. The cult like followers of the taco are hell bent to diss the Ranger spreading all sorts of FUD. The leading brand the Tacoma is not perfect. The 3.5/6 speed could definitely benefit from a refresh. Allot of issues with the seat height as well with many owners. But with sales high, Toyota ignores these issues. IMO, Toyota will refresh the Taco like they did with the Hilux when the Ranger hit the scene. As you say, competition is good. And the Colorado will probably also get another refresh earlier then they probably would have.
@@HiPlains1 Absolutely hopefully we see the Ranger Raptor in a year or 2 and I also think we will see very impressive real world MPG numbers from the Ranger when TFL tests that.
@@thatdamguy00 They just drove that Ranger from LA to Boulder, via Moab, so I think they said they'll be giving a road-report for it, including MPG results. :)
thatdamguy00 Pickuptrucks.com just reviewed the Ranger vs Tacoma on MPG and the Ranger could not get what it claimed . The Taco beat it on fuel economy
Wow, what a bunch of assholes. The guy didn’t say anything bad about your precious Tacoma. Just said HE would pick because HE’S more comfortable in it.
See, I have the opposite issue. I'm 6ft 4in and 275lbs, and I feel like I fit in the Tacoma so much better than the Ranger. The cab and seating position just feels cramped in the Ranger to me. My legs feel completely cramped underneath the Ranger's steering wheel.
@@Davido50 I've driven many new ford trucks (mainly as work vehicles). I'm not impressed with anything except the 6.7. The gassers they make are just junk nowadays. It's Toyota for me, Ford has been slacking. I've owned a 3rd gen tacoma for 3 years now and so long as toyota keeps making great trucks, I'll never go back.
rmiles01 too much money I would definitely not pay that much for that Ford are they that stupid wait don't answer that if I lost my mind I would buy the Toyota over the Ford sorry Ford you just ain't making them like you used to...
@Kevin Schmidt As many trucks with the temp license plates I have seen out on the road it is crazy. Making $80K you can afford a $40K truck, but I agree that if you want to pay a car note of over $500 a month, a $100K a year would be more than suffice.
@Kevin Schmidt It's really not that hard to manage finances. You don't need that much money at all to afford that. Don't order pizza every Friday night.
@@Cordoba78 It is really hard to manage finances correctly. By financial advisor standards, when purchasing a vehicle, it should be a minimum of 20% down, max 4 year loan, and not let your total monthly vehicle expense, including principal, interest and insurance, exceed 10% of your gross income. You follow that rule, you will quickly understand the majority of people cannot afford a new car/SUV/truck. So this is what 40k? Let's do the math. 8k down (20%) on a 4 year note with excellent credit including taxes (for Colorado that's where I live) will set you back about 822/month plus full coverage insurance which will be about 800+/year with a clean record. Now this vehicle should only take up 10% of your gross salary. That said, I would say if you make about around 130k/ year, this should be affordable. This will allow you to save properly as well as create a good 3-6 month financial cushion. I can assure you that the majority of people that are purchasing this vehicle do not make a salary of 130k/yr and you should never include dual income because if someone gets hurt, laid off, divorced etc, you will not be able to afford the vehicle on a single salary.
Im going to keep driving my o4 taco for another 10 years and ill still make it to the top of your course . got to love your toy no matter what the year.
Frankly, I'm "awesome" isn't a word that springs immediately to my mind when describing either of them. The review was great, though. I agree with that.
Lots of Rangers from the 90’s have over 200k + miles on them as well as 90’s Tacoma. Both are reliable historically speaking. I would buy the one that makes me happy driving it.
@@scrimmy6969 actually none of them are in junk yard, but rather still being driven even though they rolled over million miles. Chevies on the other hand are all rotted away
I traded my 2019 Tacoma DoubleCab TRD Off Road (bought 9/19) in May for a Ranger Lariat FX4. Couldnt be happier. Ranger a FAR SUPERIOR road truck....and face it, that is where 99.5% of our driving is.....if your worried about the side steps hangin' up, take them off...not that hard. Taco....almost 0 low end torque....Ranger....right off the pedal. Ih, and the Ranger actually comes with decent skid pkatez, the Taco, not so much...
Some of us don’t live in the city and live in rural areas and drive our trucks off road just about every weekend. Ford is not going to beat Toyota in reliability in the long run. I have owned many Toyota 4x4 pickups and 4Runners, they never disappoint for rugged off road ability and reliability. I honestly have never owned a Ford because of the bad reputation they have and the problems friends and family have had with Ford products. There is a reason resale value is so high on Toyota trucks compared to Ford....
@@fastdude2002 I paid 37k for my 2019 ranger a year and a half ago, I can still get 37K for it now, even more if I stay with Ford. No issues with resale and I have no plans on keeping any of my vehicles longer than 4 years. Toyota and Jeep are about to have some issues with the Ranger and Bronco. My buddy just got a 21 Taco and we went into the bush...he came back very disappointed with his purchase. Taco's aren't bad, they are just old tech and don't have the comfort of the Ranger and power of the Ranger.
Would be interesting comparing the best extended cab f150 2.7 or even 3.3l with the similar priced crew ranger. Often extended cab full size have very similar space to crew midsize trucks, and Ford's utilization of aluminum in the full size and steel in the danger ranger means the weight should be closer than you would expect.
Just bought my 2019 tacoma off-road and I’m in love with it. Had a F150 for my first truck and a Silverado for my second and all I can say is the Tacoma has been nothing short of impressive all the way around
@@jamesleonard3266 I'd say yeah but the tacomas interior is just really slick even if it sacrifices a few inches of comfort the design isn't annoying, once had a tundra and its a huge difference but the new tacos just have a nice design not to small not too big especially the 2020
Hi guys, love your work. One thing I have picked up a couple of times in your reviews of the Ranger is your reference to the 'European' Ranger. I am not sure if you know or not, but this truck was designed and developed here in Australia. This platform was originally released in 2011 and totally transformed the small truck market (what we call 'Utilities' or 'Utes') here as the first one to have the safety and driving characteristics close to a car. Since that time the other manufacturers lifted their game to match. I have been the proud owner of a Ranger here for 2 years and love it. In Australia we only get Diesel engines, mine being the 3.2L 5 cylinder diesel (there is also a 2.2L 4 cylinder, and the new Ranger Raptor introduced the advanced 2.0L twin-turbo 4 cylinder that is available across the range too). Have a great new year guys! All the best from Queensland, Australia!
@@paulrodrigues9603, they are pretty cool aren't they. Everybody was hoping for the 2.7L Ecoboost, and Ford has copped a bit of flak over the 2.0L, do you think Richard Rawlins would do a 2.7L or Coyote conversion as a challenge? AUD$83K drive away, which on straight exchange rate is about US$59K. How does that compare with your prices for say a ZR2. I don't know what your taxes and on-roads are over there. The quoted MRP for a ZR2 seems about USD$43k, but what would you actually pay to put one on the road (and what discounts are being offered)? You will not get any discount deal on a Raptor, as they already have several thousand pre-orders...which is a lot here, and for a low volume model.
Roger Smith thank you... Finally someone's comment I can agree with must be really frustrating reading all of our know-it-all American comments!! I've watched a few videos on the Ranger Raptor that was mostly manufactured in Australia and all I can say is WOW BAD ASS!! Ford please introduce this truck with the twin turbo diesel here in the states.. 😁 Thanks for your input Roger, wish I was in Queensland too I live in Minnesota right now it's not too bad at 3 degrees Fahrenheit I think that's minus 16 Celsius 😨😊
We have two Tacos. A 2007 (165k) and a 2014 (87k). The way they are both holding up, I’ll wear out before before they will! They’ve both been excellent trucks - on road and off-road. No complaints whatsoever!
Like so many others, I’m stunned by the prices they’re asking for these mid-sized trucks. Way back in 1993 I bought a brand new, well-appointed Mazda B2200 extra cab 2WD for $12,500.00 (Canadian). After eight years, I sold it and bought a new 2002 Ranger Edge, 4L auto extra cab 2WD, and the $25,000.00 price seemed exorbitant at the time, and now we’re supposed to shell out ~$40,000.00 or more for one of these?! How do they justify that? I’m one of those people who really takes care & maintains their vehicles. My ’02 Ranger (I can’t believe that’s 17 years already) has only 133,000 km (83,000 miles) on it, and looks nearly new. While I don’t like the amount of fuel it consumes, and do like many of the features of the new Rangers, the price (+ 12% tax!) of these new trucks is simply prohibitive, so I guess I’ll just keep the old sled going for several more years.
Damn. I bought my 04 Tacoma 4x4 SR5 extra cab 2.7 3RZ 4cyl engine/ 5 speed manual transmission, no extra bells or whistles as it was bought to use as my work vehicle. Got it new (6 miles on the odometer) for just $22,000. Still gets 23 mpg average. Has never needed any repairs at 213,000 miles & has been used hard as my work truck. Sounds like the day I bought it, burns no oil, I do suppose the clutch can't last too much longer but I'll replace it myself.Wonder which would sell for more today? Wonder which will hold up the longest from this point? Btw I never baby my truck. I still bet mine will run another 100,000 without any major problems.
But I agree about today's prices. That's the only reason I won't upgrade to a new truck. It's just absurd. Also finding a access cab Tacoma with a manual is too difficult & they act like you should pay 50 grand for one. Don't like all the electronic crap either. Why would anyone need crawl control? I have feet right.
Inflation sucks. And technology costs more, there is no arguing against today's vehicles being better all around, and safer and cleaner too. I can't help you with your crappy Canadian tax, wow that sucks. Are there any additional taxes on purchase above that? Sales tax in my state is 7%, and a 1.25% excise tax each year for registration. Personally I like the older Rangers, but I admit they do not come close to driving as nice as the new ones. One good thing: Ford will put cash on the hood of their trucks. Toyota? No way.
The one thing you guys never mention is the eze of maintance. I have an older model fj and one of the main reasons I purchased it was when I opened the hood I could work on it still. This is just a suggestion but would be nice to know how hard oil changes are or alternator assesablity just routine stuff that may have to be worked on .
Wait till the clutch starts squeaking and your transmission starts rattling. I leased a 2019 trd off road 6speed and at first but was in love I was getting 24mpg on my commute to work but at about 5k miles the clutch started squeaking the dealership had it for a day and came back with it's normal I didn't have the time to deal with dealership so I just dealt with the noise but at 9,500k I was driving on a rough road when coming down the hill I put the clutch in and it sounded like the transmission was going to fall off I duplicated the noise and made a video to show to the dealership they had it for 4 days and told me that all the other trucks they tested had the rattle but that mine was a lot noisier. I was do disappointed I really loved the truck but now that's all I can hear I went on the forums and come to find out there's a bunch on manual owners having this issue . I'm glad I was working with a good dealership the sales manager offer me to get out of the lease 2 years early with out any penalty so I did they told me a Toyota tech from corporate was going to inspect the truck. I loved the Tacoma I tried one out in 2016 with the automatic and didn't like the way it drove, I wanted to test the 2020 see if anything changed and I don't know if it was just me wanting to have one but it felt really good shifting was smooth and by no means was it a rocket but it really felt good so I ended up keeping the 2020 auto and this time a bought it knowing I will keep it till it stops running and I hope that's a Long . Just wanted to share my experience., If you going with the manual test it real well if you look the manual transmission is not made in USA only the auto and the engine just a little fact not sure if it has anything to do with it.
@@kikorubio5996 Yes, the manual transmission is weird to say the least. It isn't particularly smooth, clunks every time I take it out of a gear. It rattles a bit etc. Worse yet my average MPG is 14 which is abysmal for a modern V6. All that said, it's fun to drive and is a 2 year lease. If it breaks they fix it and either way I'll be done with it in about 21 months.
The Ranger has advantages in fuel economy due to the use of a 10-speed automatic and a four cylinder engine but relies on inherently unreliable turbocharging to achieve its power. The naturally aspirated six cylinder Toyota has proven long-term reliability. The Ford has the edge in both technology and efficiency but the Toyota has proven long-term reliability and the highest resale value in the industry. The buying decision basically boils down to how long you plan to keep the truck.
Well, buy it new you will get 3 years warranty and get the extended warranty for 10 years or 100,000 miles whichever comes first so you can sleep well at night. That's what i did with my 2015 nissan frontier pro4x ,6 speed manual .My truck has 28,000 miles as a right now and not a single issue yet. Only mods that I done to it, its 3 inch lift, 33 inch tires and led light bar. To be honest i am planning on buying this 2019 ford ranger Lariat , I like it a lot.
@@willdog3 I used to have a 1997 ford f-150 work truck,the motor last 210,000 miles. Not bad for a FORD. Many luxury cars won't last that much. You can see bmw,mercedez. Chevrolet,dodge in the junk yard as well. You are talking about a truck that just came out to the market ,remember this is 2019 technology is better ,there many other car brands that has bad reputation as well. But FORD truck is the best selling truck in America that must be mean something right?.
Every vehicle is overpriced. 38k is roughly 530/mon for 72 months no down payment. These trucks are not bought by people loving beyond their means. Those people buy vehicles for status and looks and these are not for that
No matter how much you slice it, the Tacoma is one SEXY looking truck. Proud owner here of a 2017 TRD Off Road with the 6 speed manual, got 60k on the clock now, zero issues!!
These Rangers been out nearly 2yrs now. We have '19 Ranger XLT FX4 crew cab loaded! Have 28k mis on odometer ..equal on rd & off rd. Has very solid well built feel like F150. Gen2- 2.3L Ecoboost is proven strong & durable in other models plus fortified even more in Ranger ..Smooth 10spd tranny straight (been in service since '17) from F150 is overbuilt & perfect for 2.3L Ecoboost! We love tech/features / performance. Zero issues thus far.
I just bought a 1999 2.7 2wd prerunner for $6300 and I am freaking amazed with this truck. It struggles a little with some steep loose gravel inclines but nothing I haven't been able to concur. Absolutely unbelievable.
I'd go Ranger. Judging by "before" they stopped selling them, parts are plenty and not as expensive as imports. They held up overseas in the desert, where we didn't have Tacoma's to compare to. It's a more modern truck. It's a hard call still because the Tacoma has a great reputation and I believe is an awesome truck. Probably one of those situations where you just have to drive both and see what fits you better.
Alexander Boothe which one will fall apart is what the question should be. The Tacoma will last forever! I have two of them. Very small trucks but amazing on trails
@@jmart5302 hahaha fall apart. I have a 17yr old Ranger supercab 4wd 294k mis an new 19 Ranger XLT FX4 crew cab! Out tow you..acceleration is better on Ranger..tech is better..engineering is better! Foreign trucks just suck.
@@Davido50294k miles? that's it?????? I had a dodge Dakota 3.9L with 312k and going issue free other than balljoints at the time it was totaled. I had a 93 ranger splash as a kid that was a great truck too. The taco truck is better, no reason to fuss about it. I have a new one and everything about it feels great. I traded from a ram 1500.
Work is work. Doesnt matter what you do. Theres always going to be someone you hate working with but gotta fake it to you make it. Thats what it takes be a good american debt slave
As someone who owned a gen3 Tacoma, the power train just sucks. It has to scream to make any usable torque and when you do tow, the mpg just sinks hard. The better torque curve on the Ranger is very appealing and to me is the second best option behind the Duramax. The Tacoma seating position is just garbage. All the trucks have pros and cons.
@@solidsnake8331 Mediocre reliability and cheap interiors. Ford makes their money on trucks and the F series are excellent if you don't get the turbo engines. They have never been able to compete with Honda and Toyota with their cars. However, Ford for all its flaws is still far better than GMC and Chrysler.
Me too - this past Jan - bought a new 2019 TRD Double Cab Off Road - 4 miles on the clock...now I have 38,500! I love it - it gets used a lot, we have a horse farm on a river...GREAT TRUCK!
@Jim Jim Yeah no kidding - We have 3 cars between my wife and I...the truck is the least expensive of our vehicles, but I enjoy it the most - I love the versatility - from back and forth to the office to hauling kayaks to the river to driving along trails.
@@xobxx5150 I’ve had it just over 2 years now....98k miles now!! I actually am more impressed with it than ever. You name it. Snow, mud, in town, camping (I have a cheap bed tent), anywhere it just performs flawlessly!!!!!
Every time I've wanted to see a vehicle and its capabilities, your videos show up. Thank you for taking so much time to make these great videos for everyone!
I'd take one with a manual as well, far more fun to drive anything with a manual. Would be nice if there was a switch to turn off all the electronic nannies completely too LOL. The Ranger is over-priced for no more than it is, and the lack of a V6 doesn't set well....the original 80's Ranger had a 2.3L (Non-Turbo) 4 cylinder thing didn't have enough power to get out of its own way....but at least they gave you the option of a V6, and either manual or automatic transmission. Not sure how long and how far I'd trust a "Truck" that needs twin turbos to get it to move.
@@app1mxh Not really. I have an SUV with a six speed automatic and a sports coupe with 6 speed manual. Both have the same V6 engine. I've driven the SUV for the past year and my wife has driven the sports coupe. We just switched cars for the winter. The SUV's automatic transmission has been OK in stop and go traffic because you're not hunting around for the right gear, but it is not good for performance at all. It takes longer for the automatic to downshift than it takes for me to downshift the manual, which affects passing speed, emergency braking, and control in a turn. Since I've been driving the manual, I've found that I have way more control over what the car is doing than what I had relying on the automatic. Downshifting alone makes me prefer the manual.
@@k4everut Newer cars have different transmission modes such as sand, mud, snow and sport that help eliminate the performance gap. By pushing the appropriate button the user can experience; Increased torque and horsepower; Tighter steering; Faster acceleration; Higher - RPM shifts; Stiffer Suspension; and Increased throttle response. Watch "Lamborghini Urus: Driving Modes" on TH-cam th-cam.com/video/oRRpkh3hsBo/w-d-xo.html
This is about the most pansy “off-road” review I have seen. Nothing against the trucks, you guys don’t know what real off-road is. “Oh my, that turn was so hard!”...really guys? Come on. I want to see a Kia Soul go right behind those 2
I purchased a 2008 tacoma new and love it! No issues as of 2019! Use it to pull a small toy-hauler camper. Its a pleasure to drive and after 10 years its still probably worth more than half what I paid.
As a Colorado resident and native, I'd probably pick the ranger for the turbo with more gear ratios. High elevation hurts natural aspiration a lot more. The ranger would almost certainly offer more useful performance for pulling passes and passing slower traffic.
@@mdocod I'm not a TURDBO FAN on Gaa engines. My Semi is fine, never seen a gas turbo engine yet that you didn't spend more time working on it than driving it. Kinda like a Harley in reality
I wanted to buy a Tacoma, after seeing the prices, I ended up getting a 2014 Toyota Tundra double cab, 4x4, 5.7L SR5 with 19k miles on it in 2017 for $28,000. Way better deal than the Tacoma. Still had money left over to put a level kit (bilstein coilovers), 35s, 20" fuel wheels, "pipe" bumpers front and rear, a 12k winch, and was still under $33k. It can now go anywhere.
I'm debating for my next PU truck. I've been a long time tacoma fan, but I do like the new Ranger design (i first seen it in New Zealand in 2017, they have the best design overseas IMO), gas mileage, and interior comfort.
sad but I have to agree. Ecoboost is already showing issues and no manual? no thank you. I have been burned on waaaay too many ford products. Was really rooting for this one but it looks like Toyota is going to take over and remain king. Ford is forever in the mindset of milking you for every last dime.
@@John_Conner222 ummm EcoBoost gen2 has proven to be the most reliable GDI turbo motors in mass production today. Gen1 EcoBoost out there with well over 300k mis documented..tens of thousands! U can't compete with the top truck maker on planet with the top compact car maker plainly put.
@@Davido50 Same. Well I sold my 2010 Tacoma and bought Ranger Lariat fx4. Truly the comfort level is night and day better. I am 6'3 and the Taco was miserable to sit in. Way better visibility in Ranger as well. Resale on Taco probably a little better, but right now trucks overall are very popular in the US and they all have pretty good resale. Loving the Ranger. No more Tacos unless they fix that shitty cab,
@@drn13355 You will love it more an more trust me! A very well built , over- engineered truck. Dana axles. F150 tranny. Stout fortified 2.3L w/ forged internals etc. *Must run SN+ engine oil 5w30 only. Any good brand. I use Pennzoil Platinum or Castrol Edge. Change 5k mis MAX. TGDI tech doesn't do well w/extended oil changes! *I change 4-5k mis* . As an engineer I don't mind for the high tech/performance we get. Motorcraft filters are a must & can't be beat for price pt. 10spd tranny in our trucks is thing of beauty! Lots of servos. Have fluid changed @40k mis then every 50-60k thereafter unless you do alot heavy pulling. Change 1st @30k then 50k mis thereafter. Differentials & transfer case every 30k mis. My friend builds desert racing trucks from a shop here in Ohio an he drives a lifted/modes '20 Ranger daily! Keep truckin!
@@drn13355 Ranger resale is very high from what I've seen but im not selling:). Taco been out a while could be higher. You see the '21 Ranger Tremor?? Wow. My next truck. A near Ranger Rapter.
I smoke em daily with my rippin '19 Ranger 2.3L Ecobeast w/ forged internals from factory to be stout as heck. I mean nobody knows trucks better than Ford. Only Fools doubted the new Ranger wouldn't be the most bad ass & super well built. Dana axles. F150 tranny. Biggest frame in class. Getting 345hp 382lbs tq from 5 star tune & CAI. Thats it! Fox 2.0 shocks next. Or maybe the new '21 Ranger Tremor 🤔
Toyota has better articulation, but, the open C channel frame is the same frame that Toyota had to recall and replace in previous years. Fully boxed frame is better.
Toyota does not have better articulation...it is a longer truck than the Ranger in any spec which lowers the back end and for those who want to ignore it or just don't understand it, they think the articulation is what is better.
Why though, these trucks are loaded? You can find a slightly used TRD Off Road for 30-32k easily, which is where it should be. Considering most Chevy dealers dont have a single Silverado under 50k, i think 30-36k for a mid sized truck is appropriate, especially when they have crawl control and locking diffs.
@@willdog3 nothing really against these trucks but my preference is with full sized trucks in general and diesel in particular. I bought a used 04 f250 for 11K threw a few bucks into it and now it runs like a horse and can haul anything I need it to plus has a lot of room. I don't begrudge those who like mid sized trucks I however don't.
@@HiPlains1 Why? It's a great truck as it is. Maybe a bit long in the tooth appearance-wise, but otherwise a fantastic vehicle that really connects with what a truck is supposed to be: Simple, Rugged, Versatile, Effective. How many of these fancy new "trucks" fail at one or more of those things?
@@HiPlains1 It would be smart of Nissan to do that. I live in Arizona and I've seen a few Navara's from Mexico running on the streets of Phoenix. I've spoken to one of owners of latest gen Navara's and he said it's a very sturdy rig that he uses on his ranch in Mexico.
Yes make this video, also i do like the frontier, while i think Nissans quality had been in the toilet for years, frontier and the Xterra are old, but reliable compared to the rest of the CVT nightmares
I purchased a 2018 TRD Sport last year, traded in my 08 TRD Off Road, the truck never spent a 24 hour day in the shop after owning it for 11 years and 230 sum odd miles. would have loved to have kept it, but I couldn't afford to with it's high trade in value (should have sold it out right, but that's another story)... I've also owned a 1980 Toyota 4x4, 1975 FJ Land Cruiser and a 1978 Toyota Corolla; as well as 1990 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2004 Ford F150 Lariat. The latter two vehicles convinced me to go back to Toyota.
I just bought a Trd off road to replace my 09 Tacoma 4x4. My son took my 09. I also own a Rav 4 hybrid. I have the best of both worlds. I previously owned Prius V, Camry Hybrid, and 3 Lexus RX's. I never bought more than oil changes and tires. I junked my last two Ford's. Both at 85000 miles due to constant transmission problems.
not even close the taco front end is ugly compared to the ranger. Ranger front end looks very handsome. Having said that, i would choose the tacoma over the ranger all day everyday
@@peKadoDeDioZ the tacoma front end will still be modern 10 years from now. if it aint broke, dont fix it. if you have a ford, you will always be fixing it
Having had several Fords I don't trust the brand. Having had several Toyotas including the 2009 Rav4 V6 I'm in right now that has 180,000 miles and still works great, I'd go with the Tacoma. In manual.
My first 2 trucks were toys but once I got an FX 4 ranger I know I will never go back. I got use to the automatic transmission. Now that there are led lights I don't think there will be any maintenance issues. All I ever had to do with all my Fords is change bulbs. Still driving one.
@@samsonreynolds3728 On the interior I would agree, the TRD is ready for an update. I'm upset at the Ranger for the same thing. But I hold the Ranger to a higher standard because it JUST CAME OUT. It should be trying to get people's attention and stand out. It's not at all.
Add 2012 Ranger 4l V-6 loved it but a bit expensive on gas mileage cost... Now my 2017 Tacoma V-6 TRD 4x4 is a much quiet ride, super efficient traction control, a bit low for entry on your seat post, I admit, but such a strong exchange value... Will keep for years to come...
I feel like manufacturers are starting to price themselves out of the buyers market. 46k and 41k seem real heavy for what I am getting, I would probably look into other vehicles.
Escape for Mankind is Keith Johnson I would never buy midsize I need full-size, but just because I want and shop top trim levels that price is still not justified to me.
Have a 2020 ranger fly 4x4. Needs a leveling kit. But I really think that would make it more off-road worthy. Especially considering you could get the good kits for like 70$
I'm with you - I researched a LOT - I bought a new 2019 TRD Off Road DCSB...had it 2 months...9800 miles! As you can see - I drive a LOT - we own a horse farm (on a river) and I must say I am extremely impressed with the 4WD capabilities of this truck as well as the on road manners/comfort. I LOVE the storage in the back (under and behind the seats) - I keep a jacket, recovery strap, bed net, tie down straps, NOCO Battery Pack, a Rightline truck tent (great inexpensive option if you camp), the owners manuals and a few other things (I use Sea to Summit Storage/compression bags to organize) - tons of room!! I will say one thing I have really appreciated is the JDMCAR Center Console Storage organizer as well as the Vehicle OCD Glove Box organizer...this made a HUGE difference for organization too. I am sure you will enjoy your new truck! ***Lot's of info on Toyota World .com
Also did a bunch of test driving and bought a new Tacoma Limited. Wish I could take it back. It's just awkward where it's long but doesn't have enough room in the bed or the cab. So many things were it's close to being nice, but yet awkward. Especially the transmission
Wil Petersheim man that really stinks. Unfortunately you’ll lose a bit getting rid of it - but if I were you I’d take my hit and sell it. I am looking at a new Land cruiser , not as a replacement or my Tacoma but as a daily driver for my wife (she has a conversion van too). I am really impressed with the LC...maybe you should look at that. I wish you well.
I’d chose the Ranger although I haven’t sat in one yet. I’m 6’2” and the Tacoma isn’t comfortable. I test drove a Chevy ZR2 right after testing the Tacoma and was very impressed with the ZR2 however I don’t think it has adaptive cruise so I’d probably get the Ranger.
That’s great to hear. I own and work on my 2 older mid 2000’s Bmw’s and like them a lot, but am glad to hear that American cars are still well built. Japanese products can be over rated.
I live in Oregon on top of a mountain. 45 minute drive down/up a muddy, dirty and snowy mountain pass every day. I had a 2020 taco TRD pro and traded it in for a 2023 Ford Ranger XLT FX4. I could not be happier. It does everything better. All I had to do was change tires.
Wow $40k. They just keep going up. Eventually that will kill the midsize market. Really Ford? One engine option and you are coming in at one of the highest prices? Laughable. Only the GMC Canyon Denali comes in higher and at least they are offering a diesel option. I just don't see the appeal. I thought the interest in midsize trucks was brought on by low prices that allowed for pricey after market modding. Are people really willing to fork out $40k just to turn around and buy another $10k or so in modifications?
The thing about midsize is that midsize is now the size full size use to be. My 18 TRD Offroad is bigger and better than the old Tundra body style. Way way better for sure.
leootp22 I have a 2003 Ford Ranger, but I want the brand new one . Currently, I’m 18, so I’m definitely gonna have to get a good job in order for me to get one lol.
I think you should have had Andre or Nathan drive both. Different people have different driving styles. For proper control...it should be the same driver for both.
I found a pre-owned 2019 Ranger, Lariat, Super Crew, 4WD with 5,200 miles for 26k. I bought it yesterday and it's being delivered the week after Christmas. The previous owner unfortunately had to let it go because of the pandemic and employment issues. They added all kinds of aftermarket stuff, like a raptor grill, bull pipe bar not a full grill, tube steps instead of the factor step rail and some really cool storage options for the bed AND a retractable step to get into the bed. As well as dampers for the tailgate. It's a bad ass truck in Lightning Blue & I'm super excited
@@Lex-Rex I am a demolitions operator, 1 make 90grand a year and my wife does 110. So yea life is good but to be honest it's not about what you make its about how you manage your money
@@Demoguy87 No it is about how much you make and you never purchase high priced items using dual income in case someone gets laid off or injured. In your case you make 90k so that is a little low to spend 40k on a vehicle, but indeed doable, just not for me because I do not waste money like that. I guess that is why I have a 6 figure cushion and own 3 properties at the age of 46.
Ive driven Ford, Chevy, Dodge and Toyota. Ford Crapped out at 160miles. Chevy Didn't make it to 130miles. Dodge Transmission gave out at 130Miles. At 160miles with my Toyota and i just did my first set of brakes..
LOL That is exactly what I thought it would be, very accurate! My 2002 Tacoma is rusting out but mechanicly perfect 126k and climing, thank you very much.
Well I hope you didn’t fill them up 130 miles and 160 miles, not even a full tank of fuel was used. That’s about the worst luck I’ve ever heard of! I know what you meant, but at first I thought, oh Lord.
I have never had any Ford vehicles, although I have driven some, and would like to own one (The Mustang GT) BUT what I can say is that I have a 2010 Tacoma and the transmission crapped out on me at 140k miles. Not saying Toyota is bad, hell, I have a 220k Corolla, but, having that Tacoma fail at 140k, and the fact that it is only 9 years old is VERY disappointing. I will not be buying Toyota trucks again, at least not anytime soon.
Not me my 2001 GMC SIERRA has been driving for 4 years know with 205,201 miles on it. If you take care of any car it will last you longer than not taking care of it.
I would say that the increase in flex is mostly due to longer shackles and/or longer leaf packs with fewer leaves. The downside to that setup is a lower payload, and a slightly meandering axle at speed (think floaty). It wouldn't be hard to do on the Ford as well, again, at the cost of capacity. I'd also check into the crawl ratios again because if the setup is the same as in the F-150, 1st gear is disabled in 4x4 low. With the Dana 44 rear end on the Ford there is significantly more aftermarket available (depending on how standard it is). It looks like the FX4 package is actually worth buying in the Ranger, unlike in the F-150. Since you can add skid plates on their own for $160 and a rear locker comes with any tow package, you are paying the remaining 600 on hill descent control and generic shocks. Save the 600 for monotube shock units aftermarket. On the Ranger it looks like you get a front bash plate with the underbody skid plates, the trail control, which is at least more useful than hill descent, and actual FX4 stickers on your generic shocks. The reality is that bash plate makes up for quite a lot, as the F-150 goes from the bumper to a massive chasm then the front of the sub-frame which amounts to a 90 degree plow. The reality in this comparison is that these are two very different trucks. One built for payload and towing with decent passenger comfort, the other focused on lifestyle and off road prowess, yet with the weird butt on the floor seating position. It'll be intriguing to see how they each sell this year.
Ford did nice job with the new ranger but I have had 2 Tacomas now an 18 4runner a little More comfortable than the Tacoma. But bottom line Toyota's Reliability is the best over the big three.
That's what I've realized AFTER i bought a 2016 Tacoma when they came out. But at the time I thought I wanted a mid-size. I ended up selling it after owning it two years and I don't think I'd ever get another midsize truck, the price alone is enough of a reason on top of a list I could go on and on about. At least with the Tacoma, I put 50k miles on it and sold it to the dealer for $25.5k
I would still buy Tacoma than f-150. Driven Tacoma for 4 years then bought beans New F-150. Complete junk. No class, finishing, started seeking at 30k. Came back to Tacoma. Much more durable, long lasting, character, much better resale.
The older Rangers (older tech 4.0 ohv engines) routinely got over 400,000 on engine without any internal engine work....so the new ones could / should do even better....the Ford 5.0 and other Ford engines make it to 600,000 and up with decent maintenance --FACT!
It will be interesting to see how the Rangers 10-speed transmission and turbo 4-cylinder hold up. Im guessing at 150,000 miles that engine will be pretty tired.
SurfnSun why can’t they make 300hp out of a v6? 270 from a 4.0 is sad. And still sticking to just a plain same old 6 speed auto. The stick shit one is cool but. It’s just stuck in 2008
I'd take the Ranger in a heart beat! My two Fords have been great and I love the potential the Ecoboost has, once tuners get their hands on this truck, the power numbers will be insane! Good job Ford for another great product!
I prefer a truck that’s not Turbo.... my view is Turbo adds undue heat to the engine thus reducing its life. The reason I like my Taco’s is due to the longevity of them. 12 years average. If you like to trade in and have truck payments get the Ford( better yet lease it.)
Tuners and turbos are great for spinning the wheels but can you name a single gasoline engine that comes with a factory turbo that has a reputation for reliability?
@ 6:33 "Do you like this speed or do you want to go a little faster?... What would you like?" "I want faster..." What was going on in there? Hahaha 😆😜😆😜
New Ranger vs Toyota Tacoma....which one is faster? Find out as Andre and Nathan drag race the two trucks over at TFLnow: th-cam.com/video/Vna2oVTYzPQ/w-d-xo.html
A better test of the trucks would be to see how they compare with the same tires. Tires can make all the difference. Eliminate that difference, and you will have a true comparison between the trucks themselves.
@@Bird76Mojo76 smoke... HAH! Did you not see how mutch more the ranger slips in "trail" control. Toyotas is one of the best 4x4 vehicles next to jeep. I mean look at the landcruiser.
Maybe you didn't watch this video? Where did my comment favor one truck over the other? Maybe you replied to the wrong comment?
@@camerongoldensmith8044 lol had nothing to do with trail control and everything to do with the ranger having less articulation as they have already shown
I could care less which one is faster, which one will still be moving on its own power in 20 years...nobody seems to care about that because they change cars like they change underwear.
Competition is good... Too bad the prices are not... :(
Pay now or pay later. I own a 2010 Taco, bought it new. I've done the timing chain once, the serp belt twice and regular oil and lube. Nothing else, not even brakes after 270,000 km. It's a six speed standard TRD off road. I take it deep into the BC wilderness hunting and fishing etc...never let me down, not once. I've also owned two Fords from new (F250 and F350 Diesel) won't bore you but it was a very different experience....
@@coreykishman8833 *highly doubt* 270k without brakes done once.
2000 ranger 260,000 MILES tires and brakes
Prices are insane these days
@@coreykishman8833 thats literally incredibly stupid or a lie. no brakes last that long and stay reliable
I like both of these trucks. It seems as if the Ford is more spacious on the inside, is a bit quicker, and has a better ride. The Tacoma seems better off road, depreciates less, and is probably a bit more reliable. I don't think you can really go wrong with either one of these.
I traded my 17 taco for the 19 ranger.....very very happy
The old rangers I used to have all made it past 200,000 miles one mad it to 300. So I don't know what people are talking about when they say it ain't reliable
@@JefferysawyDigitalcreator yeah the old rangers are pretty reliable. The new ones I’m not so sure about. Just because it’s a turbo inline 4 inside of a truck. Now if they had something like the old 4.0 v6 or 4.9 inline 6 in it then it’d probably be the best midsize truck on the market.
@@connor2705 new rangers have ton of electrical problems
@@JefferysawyDigitalcreator Did your old Ranger have a turbo engine and a 10 speed tranny? Did it have crawl control and a bunch of electronics? Did it have tons of cheap plastic parts in the engine bay? You can't determine the longevity of the current model based on your experience with an older one. What I see too often with newer vehicles is the overuse of plastic in the engine. Like plastic intakes, plastic components on the cooling system, and plastic components right next to the exhaust manifold. So when you go to work on them they crack or break.
The thing that makes the Tacoma more reliable is that it's basically the same design from many years back. They still use a 6 speed auto. If you look at the forums for vehicle problems, the new 8, 9, 10 speed autos have a lot of problems. Turbo direct injection engines have problems. The Tacoma uses naturally aspirated 6 speed auto and manual still. That's what makes it more reliable than the competition.
I had a tacoma for 10 years and now have a 2018 f150 5.0l, and one thing I can say is yes the taco is a bit rough around the edges but it only adds to it's rugged capability. After 10 years it never left me stranded and still looked handsome. My only wish is you could get the small 4.7l out of the tundra as an engine option in the taco. The ford is a much better everyday work truck but the Tacoma is a all terrain weekend warriors dream.
I agree, would love to have that 4.7 v8 in my 3rd gen Taco
That would be awesome if it had that engine in it!
Great comparison. The Ranger does fall short in some of the off road situations, but it’ll make up for it in everyday situations. Both trucks have their strengths. The Tacoma wouldn’t be for me, I’ve never liked the cabs/seating position or the ride in either the Taco or the Tundra.
God midsize vehicles are way over priced
All vehicles are way overpriced.
I looked at the new 19' Ram's 1/2 ton's...Some priced over $60k....I think when and if they (Toyota) "ever" re-design the Tundra, they keep the price under the Big 3...
you need to buy the bare bones product and customize it yourself. I got a 2016 Tacoma for 29K (v6)
All I'm thinking... I driven gnarlier roads in a '97 Ford Taurus, '91 Royal and a first generation Ranger 4 bangin' 2 rear wheel drive. Soooo bummed I clicked on this.
@@justincase9638 29 grand might as well be a million dollars for the majority of the population.
Great job getting this comparison so fast. You really have the stuff TFL. Happy New Year!
Happy New Year to you as well!
It was a terrible job because they didn't do the same test with the ZR2 and they should have had the ZR2 there.
@@TFLtruck Happy New Year to you guys this was a terrible comparison you should have had the ZR2 there to compare articulation and so on.
@@Michael-ge3eo more like the colorado z71 which competes with the fx4 ranger
Comparing a ford to a toyota is no comparison. The ford will lose resale value far sooner than the toyota and the toyota will outlast the ranger and is better quility. Very few ford's will see 200k or even 300k miles. Toyota will always be the top in this field.
This is the video America has been waiting for
The video this American has been waiting for is too compare it to the new Jeep Gladiator 🇺🇸
Dave Pollo no not really, nobody cares about the ranger
Australians already know and they have a cool wildtrax ranger
@@Skankhunt98745 aw man bro I thought they did ;'(
Add 10 years and 200000 miles.....which one would you choose?
I bought the Ford Ranger, love it. Took it on a 1700 mile road trip to Arkansas. Especially like the aluminum rolling bed cover, stuff was very secure.
Mine is still running on 200000 miles
@mohamedsliani874 what year?
2019, XLT 4X4
Gotta love the additional competition in this segment.
Finally a sensible comment. The cult like followers of the taco are hell bent to diss the Ranger spreading all sorts of FUD. The leading brand the Tacoma is not perfect. The 3.5/6 speed could definitely benefit from a refresh. Allot of issues with the seat height as well with many owners. But with sales high, Toyota ignores these issues. IMO, Toyota will refresh the Taco like they did with the Hilux when the Ranger hit the scene. As you say, competition is good. And the Colorado will probably also get another refresh earlier then they probably would have.
@@HiPlains1 Absolutely hopefully we see the Ranger Raptor in a year or 2 and I also think we will see very impressive real world MPG numbers from the Ranger when TFL tests that.
@@thatdamguy00 They just drove that Ranger from LA to Boulder, via Moab, so I think they said they'll be giving a road-report for it, including MPG results. :)
@@jedironin380 Sweet, Im waiting for the MPG loop both loaded and unloaded.
thatdamguy00 Pickuptrucks.com just reviewed the Ranger vs Tacoma on MPG and the Ranger could not get what it claimed . The Taco beat it on fuel economy
I would choose the ranger because I am 6ft.and 325lbs. and I am vary comfortable in the ranger where I am a little cramped in the tacoma
Lose some weight then
@@rudystraight1750 dear god what if he is just 300lbs of pure muscle and you just pissed him off
@Cameron J lmao. Y'all are really salty because the taco cabin is basically a camry.
Wow, what a bunch of assholes. The guy didn’t say anything bad about your precious Tacoma. Just said HE would pick because HE’S more comfortable in it.
See, I have the opposite issue. I'm 6ft 4in and 275lbs, and I feel like I fit in the Tacoma so much better than the Ranger. The cab and seating position just feels cramped in the Ranger to me. My legs feel completely cramped underneath the Ranger's steering wheel.
When you are deep in the woods and your buddy says "let's try something we have never done before".....👀
😂😂😂
Here, hold my beer
Really? Your mind goes there.
🤣🤣🤣
jason trimble 2020 all the weirdos comin out the closet
I just bought my 3rd tecoma sold my Fj for it. Toyota rules. I never ever had any issues with any one of them except for the high miles I put on them.
Ford knows trucks better than all. U failed. My new Ranger an 3rd new Ford truck is top notch!
@@Davido50 I've driven many new ford trucks (mainly as work vehicles). I'm not impressed with anything except the 6.7. The gassers they make are just junk nowadays. It's Toyota for me, Ford has been slacking. I've owned a 3rd gen tacoma for 3 years now and so long as toyota keeps making great trucks, I'll never go back.
which would i take? for $40k plus, neither
rmiles01 too much money I would definitely not pay that much for that Ford are they that stupid wait don't answer that if I lost my mind I would buy the Toyota over the Ford sorry Ford you just ain't making them like you used to...
@Kevin Schmidt As many trucks with the temp license plates I have seen out on the road it is crazy. Making $80K you can afford a $40K truck, but I agree that if you want to pay a car note of over $500 a month, a $100K a year would be more than suffice.
You can get an XL Ranger with the same drivetrain for $25k. Otherwise what do you care?
@Kevin Schmidt It's really not that hard to manage finances. You don't need that much money at all to afford that. Don't order pizza every Friday night.
@@Cordoba78 It is really hard to manage finances correctly. By financial advisor standards, when purchasing a vehicle, it should be a minimum of 20% down, max 4 year loan, and not let your total monthly vehicle expense, including principal, interest and insurance, exceed 10% of your gross income.
You follow that rule, you will quickly understand the majority of people cannot afford a new car/SUV/truck. So this is what 40k? Let's do the math. 8k down (20%) on a 4 year note with excellent credit including taxes (for Colorado that's where I live) will set you back about 822/month plus full coverage insurance which will be about 800+/year with a clean record. Now this vehicle should only take up 10% of your gross salary. That said, I would say if you make about around 130k/ year, this should be affordable. This will allow you to save properly as well as create a good 3-6 month financial cushion. I can assure you that the majority of people that are purchasing this vehicle do not make a salary of 130k/yr and you should never include dual income because if someone gets hurt, laid off, divorced etc, you will not be able to afford the vehicle on a single salary.
Im going to keep driving my o4 taco for another 10 years and ill still make it to the top of your course . got to love your toy no matter what the year.
Unless u live in the rust belt :(
Now that is priceless
Both are awesome... great reviews again guys
Frankly, I'm "awesome" isn't a word that springs immediately to my mind when describing either of them. The review was great, though. I agree with that.
Lots of Rangers from the 90’s have over 200k + miles on them as well as 90’s Tacoma. Both are reliable historically speaking. I would buy the one that makes me happy driving it.
Do the old ranger and new ranger on gold mind hill
There are no more older FORD Rangers left. Sadly they are all in the junk yard.
Well the 1999-2011 ford rangers they may not make them more but they could find one
@@scrimmy6969 actually none of them are in junk yard, but rather still being driven even though they rolled over million miles. Chevies on the other hand are all rotted away
I'd like to see new ranger using crawl control vs old beat up ranger going as fast as it can, not slowing down for bumps and ruts.
I nominate my stock 91 4.0L 4x4 ranger with 5 speed manual transmission as challenger.
I just bought a 2020 TRD Off-Road and am loving it so far, can't wait to get it out on some trails!
U bought a 2nd tier truck! Traded my taco for a new Ranger. Love it!!!
@@Davido50 it all comes down to personal preference I like the Taco more than the ranger
I traded my 2019 Tacoma DoubleCab TRD Off Road (bought 9/19) in May for a Ranger Lariat FX4. Couldnt be happier. Ranger a FAR SUPERIOR road truck....and face it, that is where 99.5% of our driving is.....if your worried about the side steps hangin' up, take them off...not that hard. Taco....almost 0 low end torque....Ranger....right off the pedal. Ih, and the Ranger actually comes with decent skid pkatez, the Taco, not so much...
Some of us don’t live in the city and live in rural areas and drive our trucks off road just about every weekend. Ford is not going to beat Toyota in reliability in the long run. I have owned many Toyota 4x4 pickups and 4Runners, they never disappoint for rugged off road ability and reliability. I honestly have never owned a Ford because of the bad reputation they have and the problems friends and family have had with Ford products. There is a reason resale value is so high on Toyota trucks compared to Ford....
@@fastdude2002 I paid 37k for my 2019 ranger a year and a half ago, I can still get 37K for it now, even more if I stay with Ford. No issues with resale and I have no plans on keeping any of my vehicles longer than 4 years. Toyota and Jeep are about to have some issues with the Ranger and Bronco. My buddy just got a 21 Taco and we went into the bush...he came back very disappointed with his purchase. Taco's aren't bad, they are just old tech and don't have the comfort of the Ranger and power of the Ranger.
Great review. You should also do a mashup between the Ranger and F-150 2.7L towing a 5000# trailer on your 98 mile loop.
Would be interesting comparing the best extended cab f150 2.7 or even 3.3l with the similar priced crew ranger. Often extended cab full size have very similar space to crew midsize trucks, and Ford's utilization of aluminum in the full size and steel in the danger ranger means the weight should be closer than you would expect.
I LIKE this idea! :)
no. chrysler pt cruiser versus a ford pinto
I would like to see this too
This would be a very interesting comparison! Please tfl do this!
I’ll buy a Ranger in about 7 or 8 years when they are affordable.
Nate Devilin they are both around $23k where I live
Captain Cobra45 true but that’s for a 2wd xl model. I need 4x4.
@@natedevilin9573 Bought a 2019 XLT 4x4 with locking rear diff yesterday with rebates at 27k.
@@natedevilin9573 www.athensford.com/new-Athens-2019-Ford-Ranger-XLT-1FTER4FH5KLB18627
Location is huge for price. My friend bought a Ranger Sport, crew cab for $23k in Arizona, in Texas I am looking at $29k for the same.
Just bought my 2019 tacoma off-road and I’m in love with it. Had a F150 for my first truck and a Silverado for my second and all I can say is the Tacoma has been nothing short of impressive all the way around
Dempsey Sharp do you miss the room in 150 compared to Tacoma ?
@@jamesleonard3266 I'd say yeah but the tacomas interior is just really slick even if it sacrifices a few inches of comfort the design isn't annoying, once had a tundra and its a huge difference but the new tacos just have a nice design not to small not too big especially the 2020
Ya mid size seems perfect for my family 👍🏼 plenty room for us with out having a boat size truck lol
Hi guys, love your work. One thing I have picked up a couple of times in your reviews of the Ranger is your reference to the 'European' Ranger. I am not sure if you know or not, but this truck was designed and developed here in Australia. This platform was originally released in 2011 and totally transformed the small truck market (what we call 'Utilities' or 'Utes') here as the first one to have the safety and driving characteristics close to a car. Since that time the other manufacturers lifted their game to match. I have been the proud owner of a Ranger here for 2 years and love it. In Australia we only get Diesel engines, mine being the 3.2L 5 cylinder diesel (there is also a 2.2L 4 cylinder, and the new Ranger Raptor introduced the advanced 2.0L twin-turbo 4 cylinder that is available across the range too). Have a great new year guys! All the best from Queensland, Australia!
Thanks Roger, nice to see someone else in here with some decent knowledge...
G'day mate.
Send me a Ranger Raptor, Mate
@@paulrodrigues9603, they are pretty cool aren't they. Everybody was hoping for the 2.7L Ecoboost, and Ford has copped a bit of flak over the 2.0L, do you think Richard Rawlins would do a 2.7L or Coyote conversion as a challenge? AUD$83K drive away, which on straight exchange rate is about US$59K. How does that compare with your prices for say a ZR2. I don't know what your taxes and on-roads are over there. The quoted MRP for a ZR2 seems about USD$43k, but what would you actually pay to put one on the road (and what discounts are being offered)? You will not get any discount deal on a Raptor, as they already have several thousand pre-orders...which is a lot here, and for a low volume model.
Roger Smith thank you... Finally someone's comment I can agree with must be really frustrating reading all of our know-it-all American comments!! I've watched a few videos on the Ranger Raptor that was mostly manufactured in Australia and all I can say is WOW BAD ASS!! Ford please introduce this truck with the twin turbo diesel here in the states.. 😁 Thanks for your input Roger, wish I was in Queensland too I live in Minnesota right now it's not too bad at 3 degrees Fahrenheit I think that's minus 16 Celsius 😨😊
13:22 you’re welcome
Love your channel Matsimus!
Why is matsimus here????
Wym?
We have two Tacos. A 2007 (165k) and a 2014 (87k). The way they are both holding up, I’ll wear out before before they will! They’ve both been excellent trucks - on road and off-road. No complaints whatsoever!
Like so many others, I’m stunned by the prices they’re asking for these mid-sized trucks. Way back in 1993 I bought a brand new, well-appointed Mazda B2200 extra cab 2WD for $12,500.00 (Canadian). After eight years, I sold it and bought a new 2002 Ranger Edge, 4L auto extra cab 2WD, and the $25,000.00 price seemed exorbitant at the time, and now we’re supposed to shell out ~$40,000.00 or more for one of these?! How do they justify that?
I’m one of those people who really takes care & maintains their vehicles. My ’02 Ranger (I can’t believe that’s 17 years already) has only 133,000 km (83,000 miles) on it, and looks nearly new. While I don’t like the amount of fuel it consumes, and do like many of the features of the new Rangers, the price (+ 12% tax!) of these new trucks is simply prohibitive, so I guess I’ll just keep the old sled going for several more years.
Just a few years ago you could get F150 XL with a few options for the mid 30's. I'm blown away by prices now too.
Damn. I bought my 04 Tacoma 4x4 SR5 extra cab 2.7 3RZ 4cyl engine/ 5 speed manual transmission, no extra bells or whistles as it was bought to use as my work vehicle. Got it new (6 miles on the odometer) for just $22,000.
Still gets 23 mpg average. Has never needed any repairs at 213,000 miles & has been used hard as my work truck. Sounds like the day I bought it, burns no oil, I do suppose the clutch can't last too much longer but I'll replace it myself.Wonder which would sell for more today?
Wonder which will hold up the longest from this point?
Btw I never baby my truck.
I still bet mine will run another 100,000 without any major problems.
But I agree about today's prices. That's the only reason I won't upgrade to a new truck. It's just absurd. Also finding a access cab Tacoma with a manual is too difficult & they act like you should pay 50 grand for one. Don't like all the electronic crap either. Why would anyone need crawl control? I have feet right.
Inflation sucks. And technology costs more, there is no arguing against today's vehicles being better all around, and safer and cleaner too. I can't help you with your crappy Canadian tax, wow that sucks. Are there any additional taxes on purchase above that? Sales tax in my state is 7%, and a 1.25% excise tax each year for registration. Personally I like the older Rangers, but I admit they do not come close to driving as nice as the new ones. One good thing: Ford will put cash on the hood of their trucks. Toyota? No way.
During the economic crisis which lead to crazy fuel prices in 2008, they were selling brand new base model rangers for $7,999.99.
The one thing you guys never mention is the eze of maintance. I have an older model fj and one of the main reasons I purchased it was when I opened the hood I could work on it still. This is just a suggestion but would be nice to know how hard oil changes are or alternator assesablity just routine stuff that may have to be worked on .
I just got a 2019 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab TRD Off Road with the rare 6 speed manual! Fun & capable
Wow, I want one, standard are waay better, what the mpg on your tacoma
@@tacuazinful Not great. I am only getting about 14 average mpg. Although I haven't driven it very far.
Wait till the clutch starts squeaking and your transmission starts rattling. I leased a 2019 trd off road 6speed and at first but was in love I was getting 24mpg on my commute to work but at about 5k miles the clutch started squeaking the dealership had it for a day and came back with it's normal I didn't have the time to deal with dealership so I just dealt with the noise but at 9,500k I was driving on a rough road when coming down the hill I put the clutch in and it sounded like the transmission was going to fall off I duplicated the noise and made a video to show to the dealership they had it for 4 days and told me that all the other trucks they tested had the rattle but that mine was a lot noisier. I was do disappointed I really loved the truck but now that's all I can hear I went on the forums and come to find out there's a bunch on manual owners having this issue . I'm glad I was working with a good dealership the sales manager offer me to get out of the lease 2 years early with out any penalty so I did they told me a Toyota tech from corporate was going to inspect the truck. I loved the Tacoma I tried one out in 2016 with the automatic and didn't like the way it drove, I wanted to test the 2020 see if anything changed and I don't know if it was just me wanting to have one but it felt really good shifting was smooth and by no means was it a rocket but it really felt good so I ended up keeping the 2020 auto and this time a bought it knowing I will keep it till it stops running and I hope that's a Long . Just wanted to share my experience., If you going with the manual test it real well if you look the manual transmission is not made in USA only the auto and the engine just a little fact not sure if it has anything to do with it.
@@kikorubio5996 Yes, the manual transmission is weird to say the least. It isn't particularly smooth, clunks every time I take it out of a gear. It rattles a bit etc. Worse yet my average MPG is 14 which is abysmal for a modern V6. All that said, it's fun to drive and is a 2 year lease. If it breaks they fix it and either way I'll be done with it in about 21 months.
tacuazinful - standard maybe better 20 years ago but mines regeared to 4.88’s and retuned. It crawls all over.
Tacoma definently made it look easier on those trails!!
It was the tires, not the truck...these Hankooks suck!
@@peterurbanski9495 actually the hankooks are great.. the only reason you saw wheel spin is because that Ranger has 310 ft lbs of tq.
The reason it spins more is because more torque. not because of less power. Just to clarify
The Ranger has advantages in fuel economy due to the use of a 10-speed automatic and a four cylinder engine but relies on inherently unreliable turbocharging to achieve its power. The naturally aspirated six cylinder Toyota has proven long-term reliability. The Ford has the edge in both technology and efficiency but the Toyota has proven long-term reliability and the highest resale value in the industry. The buying decision basically boils down to how long you plan to keep the truck.
The Tacoma will last 300k miles easily, while the Ford will last as long as the head gasket.
Well, buy it new you will get 3 years warranty and get the extended warranty for 10 years or 100,000 miles whichever comes first so you can sleep well at night. That's what i did with my 2015 nissan frontier pro4x ,6 speed manual .My truck has 28,000 miles as a right now and not a single issue yet. Only mods that I done to it, its 3 inch lift, 33 inch tires and led light bar. To be honest i am planning on buying this 2019 ford ranger Lariat , I like it a lot.
@@willdog3 I used to have a 1997 ford f-150 work truck,the motor last 210,000 miles. Not bad for a FORD. Many luxury cars won't last that much. You can see bmw,mercedez. Chevrolet,dodge in the junk yard as well. You are talking about a truck that just came out to the market ,remember this is 2019 technology is better ,there many other car brands that has bad reputation as well. But FORD truck is the best selling truck in America that must be mean something right?.
Plenty of twin turbo EcoBoosts holding up almost 10 years after their first debut and still kick everything in the ground from the factory lmao.
The ecoboost with Outlast the 3.5 garbage in the Toyota. Toyota is just sooooo boring.
People say overpriced yet the vehicles still sell 🤷🏽♂️
@@Chettybrocciler That's not the way it works. If people buy a product in numbers that satisfy the manufacturer, it's not overpriced.
Well, got to keep them repo guys employed
That’s because people live beyond their means
Every vehicle is overpriced. 38k is roughly 530/mon for 72 months no down payment. These trucks are not bought by people loving beyond their means. Those people buy vehicles for status and looks and these are not for that
@@americanchauvinist1210 this is the truth.
No matter how much you slice it, the Tacoma is one SEXY looking truck. Proud owner here of a 2017 TRD Off Road with the 6 speed manual, got 60k on the clock now, zero issues!!
These Rangers been out nearly 2yrs now. We have '19 Ranger XLT FX4 crew cab loaded! Have 28k mis on odometer ..equal on rd & off rd. Has very solid well built feel like F150. Gen2- 2.3L Ecoboost is proven strong & durable in other models plus fortified even more in Ranger ..Smooth 10spd tranny straight (been in service since '17) from F150 is overbuilt & perfect for 2.3L Ecoboost! We love tech/features / performance. Zero issues thus far.
I just bought a 1999 2.7 2wd prerunner for $6300 and I am freaking amazed with this truck. It struggles a little with some steep loose gravel inclines but nothing I haven't been able to concur. Absolutely unbelievable.
I'd go Ranger. Judging by "before" they stopped selling them, parts are plenty and not as expensive as imports. They held up overseas in the desert, where we didn't have Tacoma's to compare to. It's a more modern truck. It's a hard call still because the Tacoma has a great reputation and I believe is an awesome truck. Probably one of those situations where you just have to drive both and see what fits you better.
Toyota for me , one of a kind is the best. 😀👍🏾
Tacoma no questions asked. History says it all.
Alexander Boothe which one will fall apart is what the question should be. The Tacoma will last forever! I have two of them. Very small trucks but amazing on trails
Jeremias Martinez So true! Lol I just bought my first last month!
History? Ranger ruled the sales charts and truck buyers loyalty forever. Are you like 22yrs old. #BuyAmerican
@@jmart5302 hahaha fall apart. I have a 17yr old Ranger supercab 4wd 294k mis an new 19 Ranger XLT FX4 crew cab! Out tow you..acceleration is better on Ranger..tech is better..engineering is better! Foreign trucks just suck.
@@Davido50294k miles? that's it?????? I had a dodge Dakota 3.9L with 312k and going issue free other than balljoints at the time it was totaled. I had a 93 ranger splash as a kid that was a great truck too. The taco truck is better, no reason to fuss about it. I have a new one and everything about it feels great. I traded from a ram 1500.
Feel like these two dudes secretly don't like each other
Work is work. Doesnt matter what you do. Theres always going to be someone you hate working with but gotta fake it to you make it. Thats what it takes be a good american debt slave
@@rudystraight1750 dude they're both living the dream.
These guys get along fine, they’re on the podcast together all the time. Chill.
You know what? I got the same feeling! 🤣
But idk, they went to a 5 day out of town road trip when they reviewed the ford ranger.
Andre acts weird like unpredictable and overly energetic sometimes
As someone who owned a gen3 Tacoma, the power train just sucks. It has to scream to make any usable torque and when you do tow, the mpg just sinks hard. The better torque curve on the Ranger is very appealing and to me is the second best option behind the Duramax. The Tacoma seating position is just garbage. All the trucks have pros and cons.
Rangrr hands down. The space and comfort is awsome. Now the electronics and the turbo do turn me away but i drove one for 2 months and im hooked
Why does ford have a bad reputation for cars? I like the truck but everyone says American cars are terrible
@@solidsnake8331 Mediocre reliability and cheap interiors. Ford makes their money on trucks and the F series are excellent if you don't get the turbo engines. They have never been able to compete with Honda and Toyota with their cars. However, Ford for all its flaws is still far better than GMC and Chrysler.
Just bought my first Tacoma and I love it
Me too - this past Jan - bought a new 2019 TRD Double Cab Off Road - 4 miles on the clock...now I have 38,500! I love it - it gets used a lot, we have a horse farm on a river...GREAT TRUCK!
@Jim Jim Yeah no kidding - We have 3 cars between my wife and I...the truck is the least expensive of our vehicles, but I enjoy it the most - I love the versatility - from back and forth to the office to hauling kayaks to the river to driving along trails.
@@gsdlvr123 any updates on the truck?
@@xobxx5150 I’ve had it just over 2 years now....98k miles now!! I actually am more impressed with it than ever. You name it. Snow, mud, in town, camping (I have a cheap bed tent), anywhere it just performs flawlessly!!!!!
@@gsdlvr123 good to hear i have a 18 no problems at all
Every time I've wanted to see a vehicle and its capabilities, your videos show up. Thank you for taking so much time to make these great videos for everyone!
Toyota and Ford are my two favorite auto makers, but when it comes to quality, Toyota is king.
Ranger for me but I agree would want to get an XLT 4x4
Toyota manual for me too , please.
I'd take one with a manual as well, far more fun to drive anything with a manual. Would be nice if there was a switch to turn off all the electronic nannies completely too LOL.
The Ranger is over-priced for no more than it is, and the lack of a V6 doesn't set well....the original 80's Ranger had a 2.3L (Non-Turbo) 4 cylinder thing didn't have enough power to get out of its own way....but at least they gave you the option of a V6, and either manual or automatic transmission. Not sure how long and how far I'd trust a "Truck" that needs twin turbos to get it to move.
@@wildbill23c There are a lot of high mileage F-150's out there with the Ecoboost. I think that fear can now be put to rest.
I got away from manual trans. They require too much shifting as a daily driver because traffic is always bad. Autos can also save you ⛽ .
Aunto take more gas
@@realmckoy8911 not anymore. Newer technology allows for more efficient shifting. Therefore computers shift better than a person.
@@app1mxh that's right.
@@app1mxh Not really. I have an SUV with a six speed automatic and a sports coupe with 6 speed manual. Both have the same V6 engine. I've driven the SUV for the past year and my wife has driven the sports coupe. We just switched cars for the winter. The SUV's automatic transmission has been OK in stop and go traffic because you're not hunting around for the right gear, but it is not good for performance at all. It takes longer for the automatic to downshift than it takes for me to downshift the manual, which affects passing speed, emergency braking, and control in a turn. Since I've been driving the manual, I've found that I have way more control over what the car is doing than what I had relying on the automatic. Downshifting alone makes me prefer the manual.
@@k4everut Newer cars have different transmission modes such as sand, mud, snow and sport that help eliminate the performance gap. By pushing the appropriate button the user can experience; Increased torque and horsepower; Tighter steering; Faster acceleration; Higher - RPM shifts; Stiffer Suspension; and Increased throttle response.
Watch "Lamborghini Urus: Driving Modes" on TH-cam
th-cam.com/video/oRRpkh3hsBo/w-d-xo.html
This is about the most pansy “off-road” review I have seen. Nothing against the trucks, you guys don’t know what real off-road is. “Oh my, that turn was so hard!”...really guys? Come on. I want to see a Kia Soul go right behind those 2
Seriously, I was hoping for some deep slushy snow.
It’s a real comparative test. This isn’t 4wheelin, or muddin. These are stock loaners.
I purchased a 2008 tacoma new and love it! No issues as of 2019! Use it to pull a small toy-hauler camper. Its a pleasure to drive and after 10 years its still probably worth more than half what I paid.
As a Colorado resident and native, I'd probably pick the ranger for the turbo with more gear ratios. High elevation hurts natural aspiration a lot more. The ranger would almost certainly offer more useful performance for pulling passes and passing slower traffic.
More Tacomas in Colorado than any other state.
@@richcreager7877 Most purchased before a turbo alternative was available.
@@mdocod I'm not a TURDBO FAN on Gaa engines. My Semi is fine, never seen a gas turbo engine yet that you didn't spend more time working on it than driving it. Kinda like a Harley in reality
Went off road with a Tacoma wow it was awesome
I wanted to buy a Tacoma, after seeing the prices, I ended up getting a 2014 Toyota Tundra double cab, 4x4, 5.7L SR5 with 19k miles on it in 2017 for $28,000. Way better deal than the Tacoma. Still had money left over to put a level kit (bilstein coilovers), 35s, 20" fuel wheels, "pipe" bumpers front and rear, a 12k winch, and was still under $33k. It can now go anywhere.
Yes, Tacoma's are way over priced.
I'm debating for my next PU truck. I've been a long time tacoma fan, but I do like the new Ranger design (i first seen it in New Zealand in 2017, they have the best design overseas IMO), gas mileage, and interior comfort.
@Bobby Paredes very nice
I could've told you Toyota was better even before the video started.
@@dylanhughes8513 They WERE better with trucks. You might want to take a gander at the Ford forums to hear all the complaints from recent owners.
Ya toyota better
Lol
@@huetuber1204 Got a link? I must be reading the wrong forum.
Hard to kill a toyota I've tried with 2 of them 1980 and 1985 almost bullet proof.
I’ll take the truck that will breakdown much much less. Toyota all the way, reliability and dependability are priority.
sad but I have to agree. Ecoboost is already showing issues and no manual? no thank you. I have been burned on waaaay too many ford products. Was really rooting for this one but it looks like Toyota is going to take over and remain king. Ford is forever in the mindset of milking you for every last dime.
@@John_Conner222 the eco boost are having lots of problems I agree, plus the resale value of Tacomas are insanely good
@@John_Conner222 ummm EcoBoost gen2 has proven to be the most reliable GDI turbo motors in mass production today. Gen1 EcoBoost out there with well over 300k mis documented..tens of thousands! U can't compete with the top truck maker on planet with the top compact car maker plainly put.
@@Davido50 Reliable for a GDI turbo and reliable for a natuarally aspirated low power motor are two very different leagues.
$46k ? Jesus Christ Ford. What is the Raptor model going to be? $60k ? Way too expensive!
The point of small pickups was they were cheap and compact: this is neither. I could get a fully loaded Camaro SS or Mustsng GT for that price
DJR5280 no ranger raptor for the US market
Don't get the lariat if you want to be cheap
I remember when Toyota pickups were $7995 brand new.
$52k for a new Raptor not to bad.
Finally a nice Ranger
Built Ford Tough
@@Chiefab22 That's the issue with them, though
Awesome!
@@Park_Place Best of best . Class winner.
I love it reminds me of the 2003 f150 I used to drive. Classic round front end I hate new box shape trucks not my cup of tea
Tacoma hands down!
Traded my taco an never looked back . Outdated truck. Ranger is so much better in every way!
@@Davido50 Same. Well I sold my 2010 Tacoma and bought Ranger Lariat fx4. Truly the comfort level is night and day better. I am 6'3 and the Taco was miserable to sit in. Way better visibility in Ranger as well. Resale on Taco probably a little better, but right now trucks overall are very popular in the US and they all have pretty good resale. Loving the Ranger. No more Tacos unless they fix that shitty cab,
@@drn13355 You will love it more an more trust me! A very well built , over- engineered truck. Dana axles. F150 tranny. Stout fortified 2.3L w/ forged internals etc. *Must run SN+ engine oil 5w30 only. Any good brand. I use Pennzoil Platinum or Castrol Edge. Change 5k mis MAX. TGDI tech doesn't do well w/extended oil changes! *I change 4-5k mis* . As an engineer I don't mind for the high tech/performance we get. Motorcraft filters are a must & can't be beat for price pt. 10spd tranny in our trucks is thing of beauty! Lots of servos. Have fluid changed @40k mis then every 50-60k thereafter unless you do alot heavy pulling. Change 1st @30k then 50k mis thereafter. Differentials & transfer case every 30k mis. My friend builds desert racing trucks from a shop here in Ohio an he drives a lifted/modes '20 Ranger daily! Keep truckin!
@@drn13355 Ranger resale is very high from what I've seen but im not selling:). Taco been out a while could be higher. You see the '21 Ranger Tremor?? Wow. My next truck. A near Ranger Rapter.
I smoke em daily with my rippin '19 Ranger 2.3L Ecobeast w/ forged internals from factory to be stout as heck. I mean nobody knows trucks better than Ford. Only Fools doubted the new Ranger wouldn't be the most bad ass & super well built. Dana axles. F150 tranny. Biggest frame in class. Getting 345hp 382lbs tq from 5 star tune & CAI. Thats it! Fox 2.0 shocks next. Or maybe the new '21 Ranger Tremor 🤔
Toyota has better articulation, but, the open C channel frame is the same frame that Toyota had to recall and replace in previous years. Fully boxed frame is better.
Less articulation
Hard offroad needs a tough frame the ranger had that.
Toyota does not have better articulation...it is a longer truck than the Ranger in any spec which lowers the back end and for those who want to ignore it or just don't understand it, they think the articulation is what is better.
Got me the 2019 toyota tacom trd sports 4x4...
Not nearly as bad as ford almoat having to recall millions of f 150s because of the 5.4 problems
No offense but I'm not paying 40+for any mid size truck.
Why though, these trucks are loaded? You can find a slightly used TRD Off Road for 30-32k easily, which is where it should be. Considering most Chevy dealers dont have a single Silverado under 50k, i think 30-36k for a mid sized truck is appropriate, especially when they have crawl control and locking diffs.
@@willdog3 nothing really against these trucks but my preference is with full sized trucks in general and diesel in particular. I bought a used 04 f250 for 11K threw a few bucks into it and now it runs like a horse and can haul anything I need it to plus has a lot of room. I don't begrudge those who like mid sized trucks I however don't.
@@kevinpohlner2840 get some money dawg jeeze
@@yarpyarp3812 you're 100% right! Perhaps you could help a brother out?
@@kevinpohlner2840 If you live in Virginia I can get you a great deal on this truck!
Nice video, new dog vs top dog. Now do a old school vs new school; Frontier vs Ranger.
I second this!
God please somebody put a fork into the Frontier. Nissan just bring in the Navara already. Hopefully with the diesel.
@@HiPlains1 Why? It's a great truck as it is. Maybe a bit long in the tooth appearance-wise, but otherwise a fantastic vehicle that really connects with what a truck is supposed to be: Simple, Rugged, Versatile, Effective. How many of these fancy new "trucks" fail at one or more of those things?
@@HiPlains1 It would be smart of Nissan to do that. I live in Arizona and I've seen a few Navara's from Mexico running on the streets of Phoenix. I've spoken to one of owners of latest gen Navara's and he said it's a very sturdy rig that he uses on his ranch in Mexico.
Yes make this video, also i do like the frontier, while i think Nissans quality had been in the toilet for years, frontier and the Xterra are old, but reliable compared to the rest of the CVT nightmares
I just got my ranger and cant wait to see how it performs this winter
I purchased a 2018 TRD Sport last year, traded in my 08 TRD Off Road, the truck never spent a 24 hour day in the shop after owning it for 11 years and 230 sum odd miles. would have loved to have kept it, but I couldn't afford to with it's high trade in value (should have sold it out right, but that's another story)... I've also owned a 1980 Toyota 4x4, 1975 FJ Land Cruiser and a 1978 Toyota Corolla; as well as 1990 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2004 Ford F150 Lariat. The latter two vehicles convinced me to go back to Toyota.
I just bought a Trd off road to replace my 09 Tacoma 4x4. My son took my 09. I also own a Rav 4 hybrid. I have the best of both worlds. I previously owned Prius V, Camry Hybrid, and 3 Lexus RX's. I never bought more than oil changes and tires. I junked my last two Ford's. Both at 85000 miles due to constant transmission problems.
I don't like the front end of the Ford Ranger. The Tacoma is an aging design yes. But it is a more attractive design in my opinion.
The Ford does look European, in a "im a depressed car with no power" kinda way.
@@willdog3 makes me think of just a sedan with a bed
not even close the taco front end is ugly compared to the ranger. Ranger front end looks very handsome. Having said that, i would choose the tacoma over the ranger all day everyday
@@peKadoDeDioZ the tacoma front end will still be modern 10 years from now. if it aint broke, dont fix it. if you have a ford, you will always be fixing it
peKadoDeDioZ the Ford looks like a truck for girls
Having had several Fords I don't trust the brand. Having had several Toyotas including the 2009 Rav4 V6 I'm in right now that has 180,000 miles and still works great, I'd go with the Tacoma. In manual.
Ranger all day long. Have owned four of them in my life, each a tank. Adding a fifth one wouldn't bother me one bit.
My first 2 trucks were toys but once I got an FX 4 ranger I know I will never go back. I got use to the automatic transmission. Now that there are led lights I don't think there will be any maintenance issues. All I ever had to do with all my Fords is change bulbs. Still driving one.
I got 2019 Tacoma off road 😋
I'm super rich so I'm thinking about purchasing the 2020 Tacoma Pro. Lol.
Not me. Ordered a '20 Ranger XLT FX4 crew cab! I like engineering prowess & American trucks.
#Same. Love my 2019 Tacoma. Got the full cab and full bed, it's like driving a limo around town.
Toyota has a better resale value than the competition anyway, good choice !
Congratulations 👍
I still like the TRD better.
Paul Anderson so out dated
@@samsonreynolds3728 On the interior I would agree, the TRD is ready for an update. I'm upset at the Ranger for the same thing. But I hold the Ranger to a higher standard because it JUST CAME OUT. It should be trying to get people's attention and stand out. It's not at all.
You like the Turd? LOL
I like the turd
I would get the TRD model just to call it my turd lol
Add 2012 Ranger 4l V-6 loved it but a bit expensive on gas mileage cost... Now my 2017 Tacoma V-6 TRD 4x4 is a much quiet ride, super efficient traction control, a bit low for entry on your seat post, I admit, but such a strong exchange value... Will keep for years to come...
I am a diehard Toyota fan, have been forever!
But.
I really like the new ranger and I think is a great competitor!
Thanks for doing these toe to toe!
I would like to see more power plant options on the Ford instead of 1 engine and transmission option
I feel like manufacturers are starting to price themselves out of the buyers market. 46k and 41k seem real heavy for what I am getting, I would probably look into other vehicles.
Why then would you Shop New, in the Top Trim Level, with All the Options?
Escape for Mankind is Keith Johnson I would never buy midsize I need full-size, but just because I want and shop top trim levels that price is still not justified to me.
especially when i got my '18 Tundra CM SR5 for $40. $40k+ for a turbo 4? I loved both Rangers I had years ago, but that's hilarious.....
Have a 2020 ranger fly 4x4. Needs a leveling kit. But I really think that would make it more off-road worthy. Especially considering you could get the good kits for like 70$
I did my research, and my test drives. My 2019 Tacoma TRD Off Road sits in my driveway with 119 miles on it.
Same ! I have 250 on my 2019 off road
I'm with you - I researched a LOT - I bought a new 2019 TRD Off Road DCSB...had it 2 months...9800 miles! As you can see - I drive a LOT - we own a horse farm (on a river) and I must say I am extremely impressed with the 4WD capabilities of this truck as well as the on road manners/comfort. I LOVE the storage in the back (under and behind the seats) - I keep a jacket, recovery strap, bed net, tie down straps, NOCO Battery Pack, a Rightline truck tent (great inexpensive option if you camp), the owners manuals and a few other things (I use Sea to Summit Storage/compression bags to organize) - tons of room!! I will say one thing I have really appreciated is the JDMCAR Center Console Storage organizer as well as the Vehicle OCD Glove Box organizer...this made a HUGE difference for organization too. I am sure you will enjoy your new truck! ***Lot's of info on Toyota World .com
Also did a bunch of test driving and bought a new Tacoma Limited. Wish I could take it back. It's just awkward where it's long but doesn't have enough room in the bed or the cab. So many things were it's close to being nice, but yet awkward. Especially the transmission
Wil Petersheim man that really stinks. Unfortunately you’ll lose a bit getting rid of it - but if I were you I’d take my hit and sell it. I am looking at a new Land cruiser , not as a replacement or my Tacoma but as a daily driver for my wife (she has a conversion van too). I am really impressed with the LC...maybe you should look at that. I wish you well.
06 Tacoma TRD. 199000. Runs amazing. First owner
I’d chose the Ranger although I haven’t sat in one yet. I’m 6’2” and the Tacoma isn’t comfortable. I test drove a Chevy ZR2 right after testing the Tacoma and was very impressed with the ZR2 however I don’t think it has adaptive cruise so I’d probably get the Ranger.
The ford EcoBoost motor have been very good I work on many 3.5 eco boost engines with high 200k miles to almost 300k and they still run like new
They are holding up as expected! Engineering excellence. Gen2 EcoBoost is even better still.
That’s great to hear. I own and work on my 2 older mid 2000’s Bmw’s and like them a lot, but am glad to hear that American cars are still well built. Japanese products can be over rated.
@@Bmwguy2011 definitely.
Unfortunately I've only heard bad things about their transmissions
If they ran like new you wouldn't be doing work on many now would you..
I live in Oregon on top of a mountain. 45 minute drive down/up a muddy, dirty and snowy mountain pass every day. I had a 2020 taco TRD pro and traded it in for a 2023 Ford Ranger XLT FX4. I could not be happier. It does everything better. All I had to do was change tires.
Wow $40k.
They just keep going up. Eventually that will kill the midsize market.
Really Ford? One engine option and you are coming in at one of the highest prices? Laughable.
Only the GMC Canyon Denali comes in higher and at least they are offering a diesel option.
I just don't see the appeal. I thought the interest in midsize trucks was brought on by low prices that allowed for pricey after market modding.
Are people really willing to fork out $40k just to turn around and buy another $10k or so in modifications?
@@Freedom_35 Minivan is more versatile and makes more sense.
Ray Lat stupid people don’t make a lot of money. Smart people make enough money to buy these trucks.
Ray Lat not a lot of people know what it’s like to make $20k+ a month; because they’re too stupid to make it happen.
Stupid people may not make a lot of money but there are plenty of stupid people who have a lot of money.@@Smokeybandito1
The thing about midsize is that midsize is now the size full size use to be. My 18 TRD Offroad is bigger and better than the old Tundra body style. Way way better for sure.
Excited AF about the Ranger. Gets the job done at a good price
leootp22 I have a 2003 Ford Ranger, but I want the brand new one .
Currently, I’m 18, so I’m definitely gonna have to get a good job in order for me to get one lol.
I think you should have had Andre or Nathan drive both. Different people have different driving styles. For proper control...it should be the same driver for both.
I found a pre-owned 2019 Ranger, Lariat, Super Crew, 4WD with 5,200 miles for 26k. I bought it yesterday and it's being delivered the week after Christmas. The previous owner unfortunately had to let it go because of the pandemic and employment issues. They added all kinds of aftermarket stuff, like a raptor grill, bull pipe bar not a full grill, tube steps instead of the factor step rail and some really cool storage options for the bed AND a retractable step to get into the bed. As well as dampers for the tailgate. It's a bad ass truck in Lightning Blue & I'm super excited
Unaffordable for the average person
If the average person is loser that does not have any drive or work ethic
nick tidwell 🖕🏻
@@Demoguy87 Yeah? What you do Nick? To be able to afford this vehicle by financial advisor standards, you would have to make around 130k/year.
@@Lex-Rex I am a demolitions operator, 1 make 90grand a year and my wife does 110. So yea life is good but to be honest it's not about what you make its about how you manage your money
@@Demoguy87 No it is about how much you make and you never purchase high priced items using dual income in case someone gets laid off or injured. In your case you make 90k so that is a little low to spend 40k on a vehicle, but indeed doable, just not for me because I do not waste money like that. I guess that is why I have a 6 figure cushion and own 3 properties at the age of 46.
Ive driven Ford, Chevy, Dodge and Toyota. Ford Crapped out at 160miles. Chevy Didn't make it to 130miles. Dodge Transmission gave out at 130Miles. At 160miles with my Toyota and i just did my first set of brakes..
LOL That is exactly what I thought it would be, very accurate! My 2002 Tacoma is rusting out but mechanicly perfect 126k and climing, thank you very much.
Well I hope you didn’t fill them up 130 miles and 160 miles, not even a full tank of fuel was used. That’s about the worst luck I’ve ever heard of! I know what you meant, but at first I thought, oh Lord.
@@poppyneese1811 I'm 99.99% sure he means thousands, it's implied
I have never had any Ford vehicles, although I have driven some, and would like to own one (The Mustang GT) BUT what I can say is that I have a 2010 Tacoma and the transmission crapped out on me at 140k miles. Not saying Toyota is bad, hell, I have a 220k Corolla, but, having that Tacoma fail at 140k, and the fact that it is only 9 years old is VERY disappointing. I will not be buying Toyota trucks again, at least not anytime soon.
Not me my 2001 GMC SIERRA has been driving for 4 years know with 205,201 miles on it. If you take care of any car it will last you longer than not taking care of it.
I have owned a TRD and now I drive and F150 XLT 4wd, wouldn't trade it for the world and paid nowhere near either price...F150 all the way...
But if you want to keep your vehicle inside, and don't have a barn... you won't be buying an F150.
F150 is king
In this midsized class, that is really...............something to be proud of. 🙄
I would say that the increase in flex is mostly due to longer shackles and/or longer leaf packs with fewer leaves. The downside to that setup is a lower payload, and a slightly meandering axle at speed (think floaty). It wouldn't be hard to do on the Ford as well, again, at the cost of capacity. I'd also check into the crawl ratios again because if the setup is the same as in the F-150, 1st gear is disabled in 4x4 low. With the Dana 44 rear end on the Ford there is significantly more aftermarket available (depending on how standard it is). It looks like the FX4 package is actually worth buying in the Ranger, unlike in the F-150. Since you can add skid plates on their own for $160 and a rear locker comes with any tow package, you are paying the remaining 600 on hill descent control and generic shocks. Save the 600 for monotube shock units aftermarket. On the Ranger it looks like you get a front bash plate with the underbody skid plates, the trail control, which is at least more useful than hill descent, and actual FX4 stickers on your generic shocks. The reality is that bash plate makes up for quite a lot, as the F-150 goes from the bumper to a massive chasm then the front of the sub-frame which amounts to a 90 degree plow. The reality in this comparison is that these are two very different trucks. One built for payload and towing with decent passenger comfort, the other focused on lifestyle and off road prowess, yet with the weird butt on the floor seating position. It'll be intriguing to see how they each sell this year.
Ford did nice job with the new ranger but I have had 2 Tacomas now an 18
4runner a little More comfortable than the Tacoma. But bottom line Toyota's
Reliability is the best over the big three.
the 80s say hello
Toyota will hold its value far better and be more reliable. Hands down the Toyota!
Neither, for those prices i can pick up an f150 4x4
Good point.
You can...but not comparably equipped.
@@dewrus2153 less shit to break that way but yeah you make a good point
You can get an XL trim FX4 Ranger fairly cheaper than this one in the video.
That's what I've realized AFTER i bought a 2016 Tacoma when they came out. But at the time I thought I wanted a mid-size. I ended up selling it after owning it two years and I don't think I'd ever get another midsize truck, the price alone is enough of a reason on top of a list I could go on and on about. At least with the Tacoma, I put 50k miles on it and sold it to the dealer for $25.5k
Love my new Ford Ranger XLT FX4!
Tacoma 🤘
$41-47k!? I'm buying a new F-150 for that money.
Spending that kind of money for a vehicle is stupid, but I would get the Tundra over the F150.
Yep. I have a 2017 xlt fx4. Very happy.
I'm a toyota guy, and id buy the f150 over the tundra. The tacoma over the ranger.
get ready to fix the door latches and other issues!
I would still buy Tacoma than f-150. Driven Tacoma for 4 years then bought beans New F-150. Complete junk. No class, finishing, started seeking at 30k. Came back to Tacoma. Much more durable, long lasting, character, much better resale.
Tacoma all the way just an all around great little work horse plus it holds its value
The new Tacoma's are junk.... transmission / shifting issues....... big time.....
Yep, and more reliable than that POS turbo'd Ford 4 banger.
in 10 years that ranger is worth nothing and the tacoma will still resell for over 20k
@@tamalpias My 2004 Tacoma still has blue book value of over 8k and that doesn't even account for condition.
The older Rangers (older tech 4.0 ohv engines) routinely got over 400,000 on engine without any internal engine work....so the new ones could / should do even better....the Ford 5.0 and other Ford engines make it to 600,000 and up with decent maintenance --FACT!
Ranger. Overall a more complete package and current (and cutting edge) technology.
Very fun review regardless of preference.
It will be interesting to see how the Rangers 10-speed transmission and turbo 4-cylinder hold up. Im guessing at 150,000 miles that engine will be pretty tired.
that lil 4 banger being boosted wont make it 100k. just watch the trade in prices on the rangers when they get a few miles.
Some already at 200k I'm guessing take care of maintenance, oil changes, and the truck will last
Toyota Tacoma TRD off-road.
edolesya hasn’t changed in 10 years needs to catch up
Samson Reynolds simply not true. At all.
SurfnSun why can’t they make 300hp out of a v6? 270 from a 4.0 is sad. And still sticking to just a plain same old 6 speed auto. The stick shit one is cool but. It’s just stuck in 2008
Samson Reynolds Who is running a 4.0? And the 6 speed is only 3 yrs old
lukestoyz still lower power than other v6 of similar liters and everyone else is using 7, 8, or 10 speeds.
I'd take the Ranger in a heart beat! My two Fords have been great and I love the potential the Ecoboost has, once tuners get their hands on this truck, the power numbers will be insane! Good job Ford for another great product!
312hp 385fp, 5.5sec 0-60 with just a tune.
I prefer a truck that’s not Turbo.... my view is Turbo adds undue heat to the engine thus reducing its life. The reason I like my Taco’s is due to the longevity of them. 12 years average. If you like to trade in and have truck payments get the Ford( better yet lease it.)
Tuners and turbos are great for spinning the wheels but can you name a single gasoline engine that comes with a factory turbo that has a reputation for reliability?
It's so sweet that y'all are giving Ford this kind of respect.
@ 6:33
"Do you like this speed or do you want to go a little faster?... What would you like?"
"I want faster..."
What was going on in there? Hahaha 😆😜😆😜
Neither I’m waiting on the 2020 bronco👍🏼
Same here!!
Check out the Jeep J6
Aren't we all?
I got my 2019 trd offroad for 31k. Had 14 miles on it. I think the dealer was getting ready to bring in the 2020 tacoma
Good deal got mine for 34. You did great
@@williampabon6432 sweet deal.
Just got my 2019 trd off road for 29,800 with 12k miles. On Monday
I'll take the deal!