Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Ford Ranger
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Explorer Sport Trac and Ford Ranger contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Explorer Sport Trac and the Ford Ranger.
In comparing the Ford Explorer Sport Trac's and the Ford Ranger's specifications and ratings, the Ford Explorer Sport Trac has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Ford Ranger has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Ford Explorer Sport Trac's and the Ford Ranger's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac ranges from $7,839 to $19,042 while a used 2010 Ford Ranger is priced between $5,998 to $18,996.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Explorer Sport Trac’s base engine makes 210 horsepower, and the Ford Ranger base engine makes 143 horsepower. The Explorer Sport Trac is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The Ranger is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. This gives the Ford Ranger the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford Explorer Sport Trac has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, and front shoulder room. The Ford Explorer Sport Trac and Ford Ranger are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The Ford Explorer Sport Trac is available in a Crew Cab configuration, and the Ford Ranger is available in a Extended Cab or a Regular Cab configuration. The Ford Explorer Sport Trac offers a bed length of 49.6 inches, and the Ford Ranger offers bed lengths of 72.7 and 84.6 inches.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Ranger has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,810
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$17,440
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$19,357
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$15,345 - $28,450
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$13,007
Price Range:
$7,839 - $19,042
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
24
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
145,360
# Good or Great Deals:
5
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,103
Price Range:
$5,998 - $18,996
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$12,603
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$11,298 - $16,127
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
74
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
117,198
# Good or Great Deals:
25
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Ranger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Ranger
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
5.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.9 - 15
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Ranger Rankings
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5 out of / 6Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
49.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
72.7 inches, 84.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Trim Levels
Limited, XLT
Ford Ranger Trim Levels
Sport, XL, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5250 lbs
Max Payload:
1437 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
143 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
154 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1540 lbs
Max Payload:
1160 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 27 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
374 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Bluetooth:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
106.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
52.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4583 lbs
Width:
84.8 inches
Height:
71.6 inches
Length:
210.2 inches
Wheelbase:
130.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3140 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
66.2 inches
Length:
189.4 inches
Wheelbase:
111.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/70R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat / Black Pearl Slate Clearcoat Metallic
Blue
Blue Flame Clearcoat Metallic
Brown
Dark Copper Clearcoat Metallic
Gray
Brilliant Silver Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Sangria Red Clearcoat Metallic
White
White Suede Clearcoat
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Vista Blue Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gray
Dark Shadow Grey Metallic
Red
Torch Red
White
Oxford White
Silver
Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Dark Charcoal
Brown
Camel
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Medium Dark Flint
