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2020 Jeep Wrangler vs 2020 Ford Ranger

 
 
 
 
 
2020 Jeep Wrangler
Features & Specs
2020 Ford Ranger
Soft- or Hard-Top
Removable Hardtop
Optional Box Cap
3 engines plus eTorque
Engines
1 engine, 1 transmission
2 or 4
Doors
2 or 4
3 possible choices
Off-Road Systems
FX4 Off-Road Package

2020 Jeep Wrangler vs 2020 Ford Ranger

With an open-air convertible top scheme, three comprehensive off-road systems, a fun fold-down windshield, and removable doors), the 2020 Jeep Wrangler hits hard with all-roads determination and security tech that's almost out-of-this-world! The 2020 Ranger brings onboard an FX2 package for 2020 within its RWD-setup models, a trail-ready suspension, and houses an elite electronic-locking rear differential. The Ranger pickup also throws in Terrain Management System option and a 2.3L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine to make sure it has a chance at keeping up with its rivals.

 

2020 Jeep Wrangler Power & Handling

An 8-speed auto transmission is put with all engines as standard, yet also possible is a six-speed manual transmission. All 4-door Wrangler models could opt for the now-installable 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 with 260-hp and 442 lb-ft of torque. Most are familiar with the Wrangler that has a trusty 3.6L Pentastar V-6, which in 2020 makes 285-horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, also including a mild-hybrid eTorque. There is additionally a 2.0L turbo inline 4-cylinder that captivates 270-hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, as well as a judgment to be made for the eTorque Mild Hybrid system that adds more 'ooomph' to the low-end. This composition can be furnished to tow up to 3,500-lbs.

 

2020 Ford Ranger Power & Handling

There is the one solitary engine for the 2020 Ranger, let that sink in. The Ranger's engine is fitted to a ten-speed auto transmission only. The 2.3-liter 4-cylinder turbo engine (270-hp & 310 lb-ft of torque) uses a twin-scroll turbocharger to accomplish its goals. With a substantial towing of up to 7,500-pounds and a 1,860-pound payload rating, it sounds pretty good, but then one realizes it entails a high-priced discretionary tow package to get there. There is no diesel option for this truck, somehow that escaped Ford's designs in 2020.

 

2020 Jeep Wrangler Features & Design

Look for the Wrangler with its elective Black 3-piece Freedom Top hardtop or Sky One-touch Powertop, either way, it's a blast! There's a take-it-with-you Bluetooth speaker, a movable cargo floor, the choice for a Trail Rail System, and an Alpine Audio system! The Wrangler dials it in further with components such as a ParkView Back-Up Camera with dynamic gridlines, heated mirrors & seats, the Zipperless Sunrider Soft Top, and a 4G Wi-Fi Hotspot option. The Wrangler in 2020 has over 70 standard/available safety and confidence-building protection features. It can have the Uconnect 4C NAV system on an 8.4-inch touchscreen too! Note its forward electronic disconnecting sway bar (Rubicon), as well as larger off-road rock rails and 33-inch BF Goodrich KM All-Terrain tires! A Rock-Trac NV241 two-speed transfer case, a Command-Trac NV241 part-time two-speed transfer case, and/or the Selec-Trac system are found inside the Wrangler. That's a lot of off-road offerings right there. Fun fact, the Rock-Trac merged with the manual transmission registers an astounding 84.1:1 crawl ratio!

 

2020 Ford Ranger Features & Design

With condensed yet straightforward cabin tech gauges and functions, the Ranger aims to please in this area. It has Apple CarPlay/Android Auto for smartphones in the upper trim levels, as well as a voice-activated SYNC 3 system, and options for the FordPass Connect feature. Further, it can install a Sound System by Bang & Olufsen, if you are looking for great sound fidelity in your truck while hauling things to the dump. A quite roomy passenger area does stand out within the Ranger, yet be prepared to settle for half-doors on its quad-seat SuperCab construction, where only the more expensive SuperCrew truck with 5-seats receives 4 full-doors. Safety features like blind-spot monitoring & rear cross-traffic alert are elective, not standard. Standard protective measures are a bit sparse but do include adaptive cruise control and automated emergency braking, as well as the Ford Co- Pilot360 with its Lane-Keeping System, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Auto High-Beam Headlamps, and Rear View Camera. That system is optional on most trims.

Conclusion:

Well, we here at Chrysler of Culpeper like a good grudge-match like anyone, but we have to say that the 2020 Jeep Wrangler certainly takes the title in this one! With its open-air and expansive cabin, supernatural 4x4 abilities, and a proven track record going back to WWII, it's hard to beat! Why not pop on down here when you are in the Culpeper area and see one for yourself?