Featuring beefier frames and suspensions and larger engines, these models are geared toward those who use their trucks for work. This new engine delivers fuel economy in the high teens, impressive for a three-ton vehicle. F-150 Lightning is noted by reviewers for its speed and handling, but it also has an elephantine weight of 4700 pounds. For these reasons, we did not include any F-Series models in ConsumerSearch Fast Answers. This truck is several inches shorter and narrower than full-sized pickups, but larger than any compact truck.
Compact trucks are less popular with consumers than full-sized trucks, which can carry and tow more.
Consumer Guide says the Ranger is well built and has a comfortable ride, as well as offering a wide variety of passenger cabin, cargo box and engine options. The magazine also notes that, even when it's equipped with a four-door extended cab, the Ranger's back seat is best used for cargo or toddlers. The Dodge Ram series of large pickups is very popular, regularly placing in the top 10 in overall annual vehicle sales. However, reviewers say it's not nearly as quiet or as comfortable as its competitors, though it can tow and haul as well as its GM and Ford rivals. Popular Mechanics also ranks the Ram last in a four-truck test, saying its ride is rougher and noisier and that it's harder to climb into than other trucks.