Verdict
Both are five-seat AWD diesel pickups, but the numbers push them in different directions. The Ford Ranger costs RM115,888 against the JMC Vigus Pro’s RM98,888, so the RM17,000 gap buys 168 hp and 405 Nm instead of 139 hp and 340 Nm, six airbags instead of two, an 80-litre tank instead of 68 litres and a five-year warranty instead of three. But the Ranger here is manual; the Vigus Pro gets a conventional automatic. Road tax is basically identical at RM438 versus RM439.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you want the stronger 168 hp/405 Nm output, six airbags and five-year warranty, and you can live with the manual gearbox.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if the lower price and conventional automatic matter more than the Ranger’s extra output, airbags and warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888
- Output: Ford Ranger 168 hp/405 Nm; JMC Vigus Pro 139 hp/340 Nm
- Transmission: Ford Ranger manual; JMC Vigus Pro conventional automatic
- Size: Ford Ranger 5,370 mm long, 1,918 mm wide; JMC Vigus Pro 5,305 mm long, 1,905 mm wide
- Safety and warranty: Ford Ranger 6 airbags, 5 years; JMC Vigus Pro 2 airbags, 3 years
- Fuel tank: Ford Ranger 80 L; JMC Vigus Pro 68 L
Ranger
- Stronger 168 hp and 405 Nm output
- Six airbags
- Longer five-year warranty
- Manual gearbox only here
- RM17,000 dearer
- Slightly larger body to place in tight spots
Vigus Pro
- Lower RM98,888 price
- Conventional automatic gearbox
- Same five-seat AWD diesel pickup format
- Trails the Ranger with 139 hp and 340 Nm
- Only two airbags
- Shorter three-year warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888 | RM98,888✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 139 hp |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 340 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 9.7 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 8-speed Auto Transmission with Manual Mode |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 5,305 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,085 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 1,995 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 68 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Maxxis Bravo All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Solid Axle with Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Locking Rear Differential |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | Fixed Backrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Single-zone |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 1 Front |
| Audio | — | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Heated Door Mirrors |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Ranger vs Vigus Pro FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or JMC Vigus Pro better?
The Ford Ranger is better on paper for output, airbags, tank size and warranty. The JMC Vigus Pro fights back with a lower price and an automatic gearbox, so it suits buyers who prioritise cost and convenience.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger is RM17,000 more expensive, at RM115,888 versus RM98,888 for the JMC Vigus Pro. Annual road tax is almost the same: RM438 for the Ford and RM439 for the JMC.
Which one is more powerful?
The Ford Ranger is more powerful, with 168 hp and 405 Nm from its 1,996 cc diesel engine. The JMC Vigus Pro has 139 hp and 340 Nm from a 1,998 cc diesel engine.