# F-150 versus Ranger...Review/Opinion **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Automotive\ **Created:** [February 13, 2009, 4:44am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/f-150-versus-ranger-review-opinion/62974 "2009-02-13T04:44:05Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 6\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![fiend540](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/bcef8e/32.png) [@fiend540](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/fiend540)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2009, 9:31am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/f-150-versus-ranger-review-opinion/62974/21 "2009-02-16T09:31:16Z")
> [@paulysplitx](#): > > I agree with you on this, the only problem is the price difference between a compact truck and full size. Eh when I was car shopping a couple months ago the difference between a 1/2 ton silverado and a colarado was around a grand. This wasn’t for a stripper model of either, they were just much more willing or able to work a deal on a silverado. ---
**Author:** ![double\_j](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/double_j/32/7380_2.png) [@double\_j](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/double_j)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2009, 12:30pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/f-150-versus-ranger-review-opinion/62974/22 "2009-02-16T12:30:25Z")
> [@LUKE\_L](#): > > I forgot to mention I got this at West-Herr in Hamburg. Real nice group of guys there. Of course I got the generic “You went to East Aurora? Do you know J.J.?” Haha > > They miss you there JJ. > > That’s what the dealer told me when I went to look at it. I really had no idea but I wanted the 5 spd and just happened to luck out. > > Wow, I had no idea the ZR2s had that many issues. I also considered a Taco a few years ago but did not have the $$$. I am glad I got this Ranger. LOL! I miss it there too! Good buy! I also have been looking at mini trucks. I really want a Tacoma, but they hold their value extremely well. I had a stick shift explorer a few years back and it was alright. I eeked 24 MPG out of it with the old OHV 4.0. The OHC has much more power. You pretty much aren’t going to find a more ideal ranger. Maybe an FX4 level II, but good luck finding one of those. > [@LUKE\_L](#): > > Gary Gravcon was my salesman. I don’t remember the Finance guys name. Gary is a good guy. He has a couple 350Zs. He reminds me of Dan Akroyd > [@fiend540](#): > > My only beef with the smaller trucks is that they barely get better gas mileage than a full size counterpart. Seems kind of shitty to loose so much ability, for a 2-3mpg increase. The biggest reason I’d prefer a small truck is it’s size. I’d hate trying to find a parking for a full size everywhere I go. Maneuvering a full size is a PITA. Plus, you can still get a Tacoma 4x4 with a 4 cyl. I don’t need much more in a truck. ---
**Author:** ![BrockwayMT](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/brockwaymt/32/5060_2.png) [@BrockwayMT](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BrockwayMT)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2009, 4:08pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/f-150-versus-ranger-review-opinion/62974/23 "2009-02-16T16:08:54Z")
The F150 was a far better truck. I love that engine. UPS and airlines used them for a reason. Good color on the new truck. ---
**Author:** ![fiend540](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/bcef8e/32.png) [@fiend540](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/fiend540)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2009, 4:14pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/f-150-versus-ranger-review-opinion/62974/24 "2009-02-16T16:14:30Z")
> [@double j](#): > > The biggest reason I’d prefer a small truck is it’s size. I’d hate trying to find a parking for a full size everywhere I go. Maneuvering a full size is a PITA. Plus, you can still get a Tacoma 4x4 with a 4 cyl. I don’t need much more in a truck. I find driving a full size truck isn’t any more of a chore than driving a car, but to each his own. You can’t argue a full size truck isn’t more useful than their smaller counterparts and while you may not utilize those features I probably will. Either way the issue I have is that the smaller trucks are to expensive for what you get. ---
**Author:** ![LUKE\_L](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/luke_l/32/7462_2.png) [@LUKE\_L](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LUKE_L)\ **Post date:** [February 17, 2009, 4:57am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/f-150-versus-ranger-review-opinion/62974/25 "2009-02-17T04:57:44Z")
^A very valid point. After having the Ranger for a short while now I find it more fun to drive. I think it is the power boost from what the F-150 I had. The MPG is pretty comparible. I will let you know what it is on average after I accrue a few more miles on it. First hauling experience was my brand new 195 HP (4.9 SCFM @ 90 PSI) Craftsman 33 Gallon compressor that was on sale this week with an 1/2 inch Impact and 3/8 Ratchet combo for like 130. It is MY first compressor purchase so I had to start somewhere. Craftsman does have some good stuff from time to time so I will see how this one holds up. It should be pretty good for what I need it for. Thanks for all the comments guys. ---
**Author:** ![JayS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jays/32/15375_2.png) [@JayS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JayS)\ **Post date:** [February 17, 2009, 6:30am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/f-150-versus-ranger-review-opinion/62974/26 "2009-02-17T06:30:42Z")
> [@Jack](#): > > I know for a fact you can put over 2k lbs in the back of a Ranger. It won’t like it, but it will do the trick. +1, with first hand experience. Of course, 2 days later I was replacing a busted rear leaf spring. Other than that the 3years/36k miles I put on my 98 Ranger XLT 4.0 required zero service, and I can’t fault Ford for a leaf spring that failed when grossly overloaded. That Ranger towed my 3500 lb boat as well or better than my 5.4 v8 Expedition. [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/f-150-versus-ranger-review-opinion/62974.md?page=1)