Ford Ranger vs Toyota Fortuner
Verdict
At RM115,888 against RM195,880, the Ford Ranger undercuts the Toyota Fortuner by RM79,992 and still has the stronger diesel: 168 hp and 405 Nm versus 148 hp and 400 Nm. It is also the much longer machine, with a 3,270 mm wheelbase, so it reads as the workhorse choice. The Fortuner answers as the family 4x4: seven seats, 6-speed automatic, rear air-con vents, parking sensors and a 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty. Same 80-litre tank, very different jobs.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you want the cheaper, stronger diesel pickup and can live with five seats and a 6-speed manual.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, an automatic gearbox and more listed family convenience kit.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880
- Output: Ford Ranger 168 hp/405 Nm; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp/400 Nm
- Transmission: Ford Ranger 6-speed manual; Toyota Fortuner 6-speed automatic
- Seats: Ford Ranger 5; Toyota Fortuner 7
- Size: Ford Ranger 5,370 mm long with 3,270 mm wheelbase; Toyota Fortuner 4,795 mm long with 2,745 mm wheelbase
- Road tax: Ford Ranger RM438/year; Toyota Fortuner RM754/year
Ranger
- RM79,992 cheaper to buy
- More power and torque despite the smaller 1,996 cc engine
- Dual-zone automatic climate control, LED daytime running lights and a full LCD instrument cluster
- Only five seats versus the Fortuner’s seven
- 6-speed manual only, while the Fortuner gets a 6-speed automatic
- No listed front or rear parking sensors
Fortuner
- Seven-seat SUV layout with rear air-con vents and blower control
- 6-speed automatic, keyless push-button start and keyless operation
- 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- Costs RM79,992 more to buy
- Lower outputs at 148 hp and 400 Nm
- Manual air-con versus the Ranger’s dual-zone automatic climate control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 115,888✓ | RM 195,880 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 15.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Ladder-frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 3 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | — | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 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 | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438✓ | RM 754 |
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.
Ranger vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Ford Ranger is better for price, power and pickup duties. The Toyota Fortuner is better for families because it has seven seats, an automatic gearbox, rear air-con vents and parking sensors.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Fortuner costs RM79,992 more: RM195,880 versus RM115,888 for the Ford Ranger. Road tax is also higher on the Fortuner at RM754 a year versus RM438.
Which one is more practical for passengers?
The Toyota Fortuner is the passenger pick. It has seven seats, seven three-point seat belts, rear air-con vents with blower control and a 200-litre boot. The Ford Ranger seats five.