I bought the Raptor and I will say this, it is by far the best overall truck I've ever owned period Nothing comes close

@jonnyspeed

4 күн бұрын

Did you pay markup?

Unless someone is doing heavy rock crawling or heavy swamp overlanding, I think the Ranger is better in basically every other situation (including on road to drive to your destinations or as a daily, which can’t be overlooked). Think the Bison is amazing absolutely perfect for a select niche crew, those looking for a great super mid size truck though the Raptor is the one. Great review!

@paulelledge8977

24 күн бұрын

I don't know, those multimatic shocks are unbelievable on-road from what I have read.

@romeshprakashpalan8895

24 күн бұрын

@@paulelledge8977 - we love the multimatics on our ZR2. But the Ranger is excellent from what I have heard.

@AnonDoge

24 күн бұрын

I’ll take the 3.0 v6 vs the 2.7 v4

@LibertyorDeath1787

24 күн бұрын

What I will say is that a better comparison between the two in regards to equipment is the regular ZR two because the payload is at between 14 and 1500 pounds towing capacity is 6500 pounds you get less skid plates and you don't get the 35s but It's a better comparison although the ZR2 regularly is around 46,000 start out

@colemitchmtb

23 күн бұрын

@@AnonDogeInline 4 not V4

I chose the Ranger Raptor and actually ordered one Big factor for me was the physical headlight switch, something I need where I work. The other big factor was payload capacity. I also really like the comfort of the Raptor... smoothest driving truck I've been in. Can't wait to take delivery

@robertopics

19 күн бұрын

Hopefully you don't need the locking differentials that often.

@buttheadpinger

19 күн бұрын

Locker switches on the touch screen are not an issue for me but thanks for your concern

Yeah, this was a very Ford biased review. He really lost me when he said Ford does software and digital instrument clusters more reconfigurable and better to use. What a joke.

The reason the Ford has such better payload than the Chevy is due to all of the off-road specific AEV items on the Bison. Add 35s, heavy duty bumpers, rock rails, underbody armor, etc, to the Ford and the weight will go up quickly, eating into its payload numbers. I realize this is a comparison of off the showroom vehicles, & it’s fair, but if anyone’s planning on adding that stuff to the ford (I know I’d at least want to replace its plastic “skidplates” with metal), it’s worth noting that the payload number can tumble quickly. Good overall comparison though, as usual man.

@commbubba1990

24 күн бұрын

agreed. that weight took away the payload

@MarkPharaoh

24 күн бұрын

Well, yeah..that’s why Ford won on payload and Chevy won on the off road tech or whatever he called that category.

@jonshields437

23 күн бұрын

Correct

@The-fs5wn

12 күн бұрын

Already has all of that stuff except the 35s. Still weighs less, won’t snap in half on a desert run, and is better to drive. Plus it has better everything else with the exception of rear seat vents.

0- 60? 60- 80? Fuel efficiency? Turning circle? 60- 0 braking? Brake feel? Transmissions? Transfer cases? Switchable ABS? Different levels of traction control? Towing capacity? How are they in emergency maneuvers? (left right transitions, etc) Is the $10k delta significant when you consider the AEV upgrades, superior DSSV shocks, 35 inch tires, superior camera system, physical buttons, increased suspension flex, rear vents, etc etc etc. Does either have a heads up display? Does the sun reflect off the dash and cause glare for the driver? So many unanswered questions. So much unsaid. So little actually said. You reviewed these like you had 10 minutes with both of them

@ryanb8736

24 күн бұрын

Most people only care about Rock crawling.

@kevinstarski1598

23 күн бұрын

Enough said to pick the winner that was locked in when this comparison was first announced.

@leofhr2966

17 күн бұрын

Yikes, really not showing the bias with this one ay Bowties ?

@billredding2000

8 күн бұрын

@@ryanb8736 Actually, I think most people only care about Mall Crawling...and driving over those scary-high curbs/parking-lot divides (let's admit they ARE pretty challenging!) to be found there as well. In that case, either of these tucks will do. As for me, I was also looking for a mid-size "Top Dog/off-road-focused/serious 4x4" truck (back in 2021)...got a Jeep Gladiator Rubicon. Only the ZR2 was out then -- "technically" available but in reality NOT available due to the chip-shortage) -- there were no Broncos of any kind (just Ford advertising hype/vaporware for almost 2 years) or Ranger Raptor. Looking at these two trucks, were I buying today I'd still go with a Jeep Gladiator. So far, it's been fine -- no regrets, disappointments or buyer's remorse -- and WAY cheaper in early 2021 than they are now. I'll be keeping it for quite some time... -- BR

Raptor for me, a nice balance of everything & 65k for the chev 😳

@LibertyorDeath1787

23 күн бұрын

Ive found the bison for well under that for 55k

@leofhr2966

17 күн бұрын

@@LibertyorDeath1787 Sorry but that's not common, 9/10 times you won't find that kind of pricing.

@G-Rated

6 күн бұрын

A nice balance of everything? Have you seen it? The Ford doesn’t compare to the Colorado’s design. Lol. I’ll take the noticeably more capable truck at this end of the spectrum. The “Raptor” treatment seems like it was phoned in.

Next up Ranger Raptor VS Taco TRD PRO VS ZR2 Bison 🔥🔥🔥🔥

Although I do like the 35s on the Chevy, and the look of the exterior, I like everything else about the Ford. I’m not a Ford guy or a Chevy guy, as I have a Toyota 4Runner and Lexus IS, but I think compared to the upcoming Tacoma trail hunter, I’d go for the Ford

@BruceDragon-sf1tr

22 күн бұрын

Same here, When Elon Musk said Ford was ahead of everyone..... Say Less Elon, I'm going with Elon word, so Ford it is

@G-Rated

6 күн бұрын

This review was clearly biased towards the Ford. That interior is nowhere near as nice as the ZR2 Bison nor is Ford’s technology anywhere near what *gm* has been offering. Where are the quality materials in the Ford? It’s literally the same plastics, the plastics do look cheaper in the Ford though.

@BruceDragon-sf1tr

6 күн бұрын

@@G-Rated well tell that to Elon Musk, because he would tell you , you don't know the hell you're talking about

@G-Rated

6 күн бұрын

@@BruceDragon-sf1tr And I’m telling you he doesn’t know what the hell he’s talking about. Elon being a shill for Ford doesn’t change physics nor sales figures. Nobody sells more premium trucks than *gm* and that’s for a reason. Similar to how Elon wants respect for Model Y being a best seller. Lol 🤡

Always been a Ford fan but the Bison is beautiful

They are not mud terrains. They are maximum traction.

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

Yup, misbranding.

I like the comparison, though I think the regular ZR2 is more compareable because moving up to the Bison comes with some compromise and is a VERY expensive package

@iandl9147

23 күн бұрын

Yep exactly 💯.

@kx8960

23 күн бұрын

#whyIgota"regular"2024ZR2

@MrHand-ih4sz

23 күн бұрын

Agreed...and when you compare the two trucks then, no contest. At 51K, the ZR2 is a no brainer compared to a 65K plus dealer markup Ranger.

@frick-n-frack4191

19 күн бұрын

This is a bad comparison when it comes to price. I just got my 2024 ZR2 ($54K) ALL the bells and whistles. You get a little bit more armure and bigger tires at a very high price with the Bison. Sure the Raptor has more HP... Fine, IMO... I want the off-road capability and I think that is were the ZR2 shines above the Raptor. And it looks WAY more beautiful. Raptor has NO personality in looks. Just opinion, both bad A!@ trucks. Turds just got a slap in the arse. :)

I chose a 2024 "regular", fully-loaded w/moonroof, paint protection, window tint, wheel locks blue ZR2, for the $53k MSRP I paid. The moonroof was over $1k and the Raptor doesn't offer one. Not a deal-breaker for me, but I love them. The $6k difference equally equipped plus the inevitable absurd markup ($10k or so) for us that are NOT KZread famous, made that my choice. Yes, the Ranger Raptor is badass, and I considered one....until I got wind of the markups. Hard nope. For the money I saved, I'll put 285/75/17's (34's) on it because that oem width on the OEM rims should fit in the OEM spare location, and maybe I'll get a mild 1-2" lift, a gas tank and an aluminum rear diff skidplate and maybe a mild engine tune, and I'll have 99% of the Bison at a fraction of the cost. I find the power very adequate, especially at elevation, but I figure a mild tune (performance airbox/filter and cat-back exhaust, maybe a slight ECU re-map) will get me closer to the Raptor (which REQUIRES premium if I remember) and I consider the suspension equal. I'm very much a noob wheeler, and after 3 days in Moab and another in Colorado, it handled everything I threw at it (couple steep bumpy climbs) like it was nothing. WAY more capable than I am, and I plan to get better and grow into it. Nice vid as always, keep 'em coming!

@planoman0935

24 күн бұрын

I didn't realize the raptor does not offer a moonroof. I used to not care for them but have had several and also like them

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

@@planoman0935 Once you have one, it's tough to go back without one.

@planoman0935

24 күн бұрын

@@kx8960 I don’t even use mine all that much but when I want to use it, it is there!

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

@@planoman0935 Yup! And even when I don't open it, it's nice to just let the light in, or shut the shade if the sun is beating on your head.

@miked1313

23 күн бұрын

Paid msrp for my Raptor. Most dealerships were wanting $5k over tho. Drove 2.5 hours to get it. Also, can’t stand moon roofs. Too hot here and extra weight not needed.

These trucks make the new TRD Pro look like a thing of the past ! 💀 For the same price and similar engines, Id choose the ZR2 ! (I own a 3rd gen TRD Pro btw)

@code_xj

24 күн бұрын

Especially when reliability isn't a factor anymore with Toyotas. Any of these new trucks will eventually break, so why not just get the truck that gets you the most for your money. Definitely not the new Tacoma's

@ha-kh7ef

24 күн бұрын

@@code_xj lol if all of them are shite I'll pick Tacoma

@daves913

24 күн бұрын

Even though the Ranger, beats it almost every category?

@code_xj

24 күн бұрын

@@ha-kh7ef have fun overpaying for a midsize truck. Hope you don't grenade ur front diff like TFL did ☠️

@kevinstarski1598

23 күн бұрын

@@code_xj Everything seems overpriced these days...

I got a Colorado ZR2 because in Canada we get screwed on the ranger Raptor that cost 90k I paid 60k for my Zr2 I find it funny that you also complain about the lights being on the screen something that you will barely touch just leave it in auto but you don't talk about the lockers being stuck behind two screens on the ranger Raptor

@davidleeosbourne2727

23 күн бұрын

A lot of moron freaking out about the headlight switch. I never even touched mine in my truck for the 4 years I owned it

Love this direct comparison video! You did a phenomenal job on covering all the essential information in such a brief format, great job Ryan!

@frick-n-frack4191

19 күн бұрын

It is not a direct comparison. Base ZR2 would be direct comparison.

@anthonyb755

19 күн бұрын

@@frick-n-frack4191 I just meant the side by side comparison of 2 vehicles of similar offerings. I understand the ZR2 would’ve been closer but, I appreciate videos with vehicles that do to some degree cross compete.

Now we need another similar comparison by someone who owns Bison for a change :-)

I dig the standard ZR2 over either of these two!

If money was not a problem I would get the ZR2 bison and if trying to save money I’ll get the regular ZR2 it’s a beautiful truck all the way around!!

@kx8960

23 күн бұрын

Get the regular ZR2, put 34's (285/75/17's) on it so the spare fits under the bed, add a couple NON-boron-steel aluminum skidplates for the tank and rear diff, maybe an extra 1-2" of lift, and you've got 95% of the Bison at huge savings. The lack of an engine upgrade from the standard ZR2 yet with a Raptor price makes the Bison not worth it to me. That's my plan with my '24.

I like the Raptor butTONS of great stuff on the Bison too.

So many have already said it, but the ZR2 is literally a straight up competitor. Not sure why the Bison was used. Throw the TRD Pro in the mix as well.

I felt that these two trucks have different missions. The ZR2 is trying to be an all around great off road truck. While the raptor isn’t going to be crawling over rocks, but sure will shine in any baja terrain.

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

The Bison or ZR2 works great, just as well in the desert, that's what the DSSV's are made for. I bought a '24 "regular" ZR2.

@bostonaviation2010

24 күн бұрын

The ZR2 is better off road than the Raptor.

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

@@bostonaviation2010 I'd say equal (regular ZR2), better in some areas, not as good in others. The Raptor has a lower crawl ratio, but the ZR2 has a significantly better approach angle with essentially equal breakover and departure angles and better armor and cameras. The regular ZR2 has better payload and towing than the Bison too, probably equal to the Ranger.

@gunsmokezz

17 күн бұрын

Zr2 is slow. How many people take these off road ? 1-2 out of 10 ? 4 banger won’t even beat a civic off a red light in the city. Embarrassing

@kx8960

17 күн бұрын

@@gunsmokezz LOL You're the byproduct of the union of brother and sister, aren't you? I have one, and it's plenty quick enough, 0-60 in 6.8. Too high for you to count to since that would mean using the fingers on BOTH hands....🤣 Oh, and I got it muddy and snowy with less than 200mi on the odo, and took it to Moab for 3 full days of offroading with 700mi on the odo. So, while YOU may be a mall crawler, I'm not, and there are plenty of others like me that have them. Enjoy your little Hyundai Santa Cruz there Cleetus...

Finally a real comparison instead of 2 vehicles and reading specs, well done sir!!!! I wish more reviewers would do this format without reading specs. I agree both are bad ass but edge to Raptor for sure.

I would go with the standard ZR2. Compares closely to the Raptor and with a good savings.

as a toyota fan i just don’t get how they priced their trd pro tacoma the same as these. For that price, I’d go with these 2 options. ZR2 bison is also the most appealing exterior styling wise in my opinion. So tempting but just got my 4runner paid off and hate to have car payments again so soon but I’d definitely think of the ZR2 in my future purchase.

@blacktrucksfly

24 күн бұрын

they priced the trd tacoma almost 15% more. Crazy.

@hurt1704

24 күн бұрын

Toyota has lost their mind. Not to mention, it doesn’t even have a front locker. You get those “cool” seats though that only an infant can sit behind

@MarkPharaoh

24 күн бұрын

They overestimated(?) their brand loyalty and sales dominance. That may have worked in the past, but not in this market.

@hurt1704

24 күн бұрын

@@MarkPharaoh yup. I drive a 2023 tacoma off-road, but there isn’t a snow balls chance I’d buy the new pro for more money and less features over the ranger raptor

@planoman0935

24 күн бұрын

I love how the tacoma wasn't in this video but is living in your heads rent free! 🤣

In Canada the Bison is about $1,000 less than the Raptor, and thsts before the outrageous dealer markups. No ventilated seats, sunroof, or driver seat memory in the Raptor, and it only takes premium. Then take off $14k for the unnecessary bison package and done deal, ZR2 wins!

@arkhsm

20 күн бұрын

Funny, the fuel door said 87+ !!

@Goose_Lord

18 күн бұрын

​@@arkhsmon Bison? Isn't that considered "regular"? 91 or 93 being premium options.

Chevy Colorado Bison looks better but Ford Ranger Raptor seems like a better daily driver; adding 35s to the Ranger Raptor should be a factory upgrade.

How do you not point out the lack of a rear a.c vent or heated/cooled seats on the Ranger? It just seems weird to knock the Chevy for a lack of powered seats but the Ranger gets a pass.

@Daywalker_27

23 күн бұрын

8:12

@planoman0935

23 күн бұрын

I didn’t know the Colorado has rear air vents. That is a big plus because most mid sized trucks have nada for the rear passengers. That a huge deal to me!

@cornbread70s4

23 күн бұрын

this guy is partial to the Ranger because that’s his…..

@supralyfe1206

23 күн бұрын

The ranger has a vent under the driver and passenger seats for the rear and heated seats. I wish it had cooled seats but for everything else it gives and the price difference, I'd pick the Ford over the Chevy any day.

@kx8960

23 күн бұрын

@@supralyfe1206 I had to get a couple big packages to get the few things I wanted (heated steering wheel, cameras, etc.), and thought the cooled/heated seats were a gimmick (I live where we have winter, and go over a 9,300ft pass to work) because my hands get cold on the wheel in winter but my ass really doesn't, but man, after doing a recent trip to Moab last month for 3 days wheeling, and up to CO for 1 day, on long trips, those cooled seats REALLY make a difference in keeping you from getting swampsack and swampcrack! In fact, most of the things I thought were gimmicks, I really like, so, I'm glad I bought them. I think the only real option I don't have is the Bose audio. Not a real fan of Bose, and the base system sounds pretty decent, but I would have paid the extra $500. I would have PREFERRED to have a factory upgrade to B&O (like I think the Raptor has - I have an '80's Beogram 5500 turntable I love), or maybe Focal speakers (like in my home theater), but it's ok. I'll probably keep the stock head unit and upgrade to Focals if possible. If price is an issue, get a regular ZR2. With the exception of the extra 95hp, it's the Raptor's equal, for $6k (similarly equipped)-$16k (w/dealer markup) less.

Now THIS is an awesome upload!!

Ranger raptor starts at 80k in Canada. I think the raptor is only cheaper than the bison, in USA.

@joshdasher3299

23 күн бұрын

It's not unless you're a KZreadr. I tried to buy one and with dealer markups in Denver the best price I was offered was $70,000 U.S.

Love the comparison content. I only have experience with Gen 1 raptor and Gen 2 raptor.. so far loving my RR like you. I am curious how it compares to the competition. Glad I found you and keep up the great work man!

I picked the "regular" ZR2. There's no Ford dealership around here selling Ranger Raptors at MSRP... so the price comparison in the video is academic, at best. I don't dislike the Raptor (it was on my shortlist)... and the Bison is overkill... so the REAL winner is the standard ZR2 - you get 95% the capability of the Bison at 88% the cost of the Raptor (even cheaper if you factor in dealer markups). It's a no-brainer unless one has a particular itch for something else. In that case, you do you.

@arkhsm

20 күн бұрын

I have the extra 95hp itch that the R/R scratches rather nicely !!

That lift and 35s just make such a big difference.

If one of those was with N/A engine I would choose it. But with those engines which we have here I would choose Ford. Great review as always. Greetings

@blacktrucksfly

24 күн бұрын

Wouldn't be possible to have an N/A engine in this class of truck. To make these power numbers it would need to be a larger v8 which wouldn't fit in this class.

@davidcastro8805

24 күн бұрын

The jeep gladiator and Nissan frontier both have N/A V6s still. 👍🏼 but I would say these new turbo engines even in the form of a 4 cylinder are making very good torque unlike the N/A v6s

@ALMX5DP

24 күн бұрын

@@blacktrucksfly I think a Coyote or especially the L83 pushrod could fit within their respective frames. Remember that the V6 Ecoboosts are pretty wide when taking into account the exhaust manifolds and turbos. Length shouldn’t be an issue either.

@blacktrucksfly

20 күн бұрын

@@ALMX5DP I meant more along the lines of fit in the midsize class of trucks. Not that it wouldn’t physically fit.

@ALMX5DP

20 күн бұрын

@@blacktrucksfly ah, though there have been cases where midsize trucks in the past have had V8s. Most recently was the late 00's Colorado with the 5.3, before that I think the last was the Dakota with 4.7, 5.2 and 5.9 magnum V8s. I know many were hoping a Hemi was going to make it into the Gladiator which is similar to the Wrangler which got the venerable 6.4. Nissan was similar where many were hoping the Frontier got the 5.6 Endurance, which made it into the platform mate Pathfinder back in the late 00's as well. I think there is a lot of precedence for putting V8's in smaller vehicles if there werent emissions and such to consider.

How many people would pick the same truck if the badges were swapped? I think many would change picks, with the most picking the raptor design philosophy.

🤤I dream with the Raptor every single day. Soooo out of reach for me at this time. 😮‍💨

I am not a truck guy but Chevy looks awesome imo

Love your content and subbed. Great comparison video. As many have said, I would get the regular ZR2 because it is not being marked up by dealers. Dealers' "market adjustment" for the Ranger Raptor, on the other hand, is turning it into the Ranger Ripoff. I can't wait 'til you get your 2024 Land Cruiser First Edition and do a video on it because I'm eyeing that, too.

I have the 2023 ZR2 and the towing payload is actually 6200 lbs. It comes with 33’s which are just fine (the Z71 has 7700lbs). The turbo sound is more fun than waking up my neighbors (#goodneighbormode) for the mustang. Interior is better than the Gen2 which I owned brand new. MPG’s are the same as the last ZR2 and it only cost $52K. The Bison is for people that want 2” more from tires and a metal bumper. But you could still put the 35”ers on the 2023 ZR2 and it won’t rub. As a previous owner of a ranger, I would have stuck with it, but good luck finding a Raptor Ranger for less than $80-90k. Real life price matters if you actually try to get one of these beauties. In real life the Colorado is the best purchase in my opinion. On the lighter side, glad to see a good NW greater Seattle channel!

Should have just compared the ZR2, not the ZR2 Bison. Other than rock crawling, the Bison is overkill on payload, bed capacity, and price. Having rear seat hvac is a big deal too. Availability on the Ford is a real deal killer too, plus the markups.

Honestly it was a tough choice for me between these two- If I lived in the Mountains I would have gone with the Chevy or the GMC Canyon version- but I do most of my off roading down miles and miles of open beaches, Deserts and fields, so I went with the Raptor. Also it's hard to pass on a Twin Turbo V6 for daily highway use. The Chevy is still a great truck though and honestly it's great that GM and Ford are finally giving the Midsize truck segment the love it deserves.

Awesome review! I think it all depends on what you're doing with the truck and where you live. I live in CO and the ZR2 with these options kills on clearance and off-road ability alone, so I'd go ZR2. If I didn't live in a state with massive off-road fun, I'd go Ford because the interior fit and finish is simply better and looks more comfortable. Chevy has always struck out on interior design. I have no idea why they can't make their interiors more ergonomic and there's always a "cheap" factor.

They are both outstanding trucks and can off road with the best of them but with that said I am a jeep gladiator guy but if I had to choose one of these It would be the chevy colorado zr2 bison

It was a very fair review.

Something tells me the RR could be easily fitted by Bronco Sasquatch 35"s or even 37"s of Braptor.

The roots of these trucks are the powertrain and suspension. And after driving both, the raptor won handedly.

Standard ZR2 - better value. Best looking and most capable truck on the road or the price

Why wouldn’t you use the standard Colorado zr2? $8000 cheaper, no spare tire in the bed, $800 for side steps and you get cooled seats. I’m shopping both these trucks now and I’m leaning Ranger but the zr2 Colorado in blue looks badass. All the reviewers complain about the lack of space in the back seats, in both trucks, I’m 5/11 and you just move your drivers seat up a little when you have passengers and the room is fine in the back

@LibertyorDeath1787

23 күн бұрын

Rear seating is the same size but a quarter inch even though they show three or 4 inch difference

@OGtruthserum

21 күн бұрын

Isn't the Bison have another inch of lift?

@thomasmazzola4760

18 күн бұрын

@@OGtruthserum yes it does, it also has better bumpers

It still blows my mind that both trucks have prop rods for the hoods

@paulpeters5199

24 күн бұрын

I’ll take the ford no matter what

@Daywalker_27

23 күн бұрын

There are aftermarket strut kits on Amazon for the Colorado’s $50-$55 range

I'll take the Chevy (GMC) simply for the Rear Air vents, ventilated seats, and Moonroof.

Drop the Bison package. Put the 12K in your pocket. Game over. ZR2 all day, every day.

@kx8960

23 күн бұрын

Yup, and I did, loaded '24

@bananarobotoverlord

23 күн бұрын

I can't get over the wheel in the bed.

@MrHand-ih4sz

23 күн бұрын

@bananarobotoverlord Another reason why the base ZR2 is a better option IMO.

@kx8960

23 күн бұрын

@@bananarobotoverlord Climb in the bed on the passenger side or from the tailgate then...🤣

@arkhsm

20 күн бұрын

I4....NO Thanks !!

The ZR2 looks so badass, though...

The most surprising part is finding out the Ranger Raptor is actually $74,000 after dealer markups for those of us that aren't KZreadrs. At which point it loses everything.

@A-RSpeed

23 күн бұрын

We got ours at MSRP.($58k) I see people on the FB forums buying them all the time at MSRP.

@kx8960

23 күн бұрын

EXACTLY.

@tboneforreal

23 күн бұрын

Most of the markups I've seen is $5K. There are dealers selling them at MSRP, you just might have to call around to find one. Otherwise, just wait a few months for production to ramp up and the dealer markups should go away.

@kx8960

23 күн бұрын

@@tboneforreal Even then, I'd already be paying $11k more for a comparably-equipped ZR2, and I've seen markups a lot bigger than that. Nope.

@belltyler757

23 күн бұрын

I paid MSRP for my ranger raptor. Traded in a 22 Colorado ZR2 for it. Test drove the 23 ZR2 and it was super nice. However, the main deciding factor for me was the power the raptor has. The ZR2 feels very sluggish when compared to the twin turbo v6.

It would be cool to see an added comparison.....switch tire setups to see which one does a better job of "filling the others shoes."

I would go Raptor and upgrade rims/tires. The look/off-road capability would be great and I would still save money.

Funny how everyone complains about the locker switch in the Ford is on the screen, but no one complained about the Chevys headlight switch being on screen?? I’ll take the Ford all day, everyday.

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

What's more important when you're stuck, lockers, or headlights? I guess ford felt that headlights are more important...you know, so it can be found easier when it gets stuck...🤣 Besides, once you put your headlights on "auto" you would rarely need to use them. Having just bought a "regular" '24 ZR2, I'll take locker buttons over a headlight switch any day.

@MarkPharaoh

24 күн бұрын

What world are you living on? Everyone has complained about the headlight switch in the dash 😂

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

@@MarkPharaoh Yeah, I don't like the lights being buried in the screen (my '24 regular ZR2) and I complained about it, but honestly it's not a huge deal since like 99% of people I leave the lights on auto. What annoys me the most is that the auto-engine-off, the foglights, and the vented/cooled seats don't keep the last setting when you turn it off. Having the lockers buried in a screen (in case it dies) is absurd.

@MarkPharaoh

24 күн бұрын

@@kx8960 the auto lights are dogshit though. 2pm yesterday, downpour, wipers on for 3+ minutes, lights never came on, which is illegal in most/all(?) states. Happens again and again.

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

@@MarkPharaoh Huh, works fine on mine, though I might not have driven in the conditions you did. Do you have a ZR2 or a Trail Boss or some other trim. I agree on having a switch though, I thought that not having one was a stupid move....just not as stupid as putting the lockers in the screen like the Raptor does (in case the screen takes a shit).

Like the review.😃

Not sure how they compare on towing tech, I know the RR has an integrated brake controller, tow mode and other towing specific features in its software, but not sure how that compares to the Chevy. I’ll likely pick the RR and maybe use the savings to change out the steps to something more protective, add lighting, and bump it to slightly larger tires for additional clearance. Also, from everything I’ve been able to read, the Ford has a better center locker tech and doesn’t rely as heavily on clutches that can get hot and cause reliability issues, but still researching that. Good comparison, thank you!

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

There's a trailer brake controller in my '24 "regular" ZR2.

$65k!? For a four cylinder!? 😳

@arkhsm

20 күн бұрын

Your paying a premium for the extra slowness !!

Man Chevy really nailed the look of the new Colorado’s

@BruceDragon-sf1tr

22 күн бұрын

You said the key word, Look... Looks ain't going to make that truck better than a Ford truck bro

@G-Rated

6 күн бұрын

@@BruceDragon-sf1tr You don’t even realize how stupid you sound. If *looks* can’t move the needle for what makes one of two comparably equipped vehicles “better” than the other, what does? These are $60k+ premium trucks and you’re trying to convince people their designs and looks don’t matter? Am I missing something or is this Ford fanboyism cope mechanism as you dance around the fact that Ford can’t compete with *gm’s* architectural designs? The Chevrolet is already mechanically and technologically superior to that Ford truck, the better looks are just the icing on that Bison cake.🤷🏽‍♂️

I test drove a ZR2 a few months back and honestly walked away underwhelmed. The motor really did not feel as strong as it should have.

Bought a raptor. So im bias. But there is a reason I bought it. Its cheaper, and better than the zr2 bison.

@braddenr.4778

24 күн бұрын

Subjective pal, the raptor is not equipped to rock crawl, the Colorado is. The raptor is better at high speed desert driving, the Colorado isn’t. But let’s be honest, neither of you buyers are gonna use it for its intended purpose.

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

@@braddenr.4778 The ZR2 I think does just as well in the high speed stuff, my "regular" '24 ZR2 ripped over the roads I took it on. Not AS good as a Bison with the extra tire and jounce dampers, but more than good for my purposes AND a LOT cheaper than either. I literally have desert a block from my house, any number of different rutted roads.

@braddenr.4778

24 күн бұрын

@@kx8960 Oh absolutely I’m not knocking the dssv dampers, they’re fantastic. I just mean 1v1, the raptor is definitely designed to take on Baja running a little better. That being said I strongly believe that the Zr2 is much more likely to wheel with my wranglers. Which I value 110% more, I’d have about 1300 miles of driving to touch any sand dunes lol.

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

@@braddenr.4778 Admittedly I'm a total noob to serious offroading (I "softwheeled my 2010 V6 AWD RAV4 for years, going places I probably shouldn't...), but it handled 3 days offroad in Moab about a month ago and 1 day this last weekend in CO like everything I threw at it was nothing, steep semi-loose and rutted/ledged hills. LOVED bombing at arounf 55mph on the dirt roads in the Valley of The Gods. I'm not good enough to try REALLY challenging stuff, but man, it was WAY better at everything I did than my buddy's 'Taco TRD Offroad on the similar stuff we did.

cant believe he gave the interior to Ford. Interior is monotone and uses parts from the last generation explorer/edge. whole truck was designed half a decade ago. It also has NO rear vents for the passengers. Also leg room is same. you can see he pushed the seat forward. Also complained about having a baja tire in the bed that you can remove.

I think the standard ZR2 would be a better comparison given the same powertrain as the bison with 33" tires which are the same size as the raptor with a price close to $10K less than the Raptor.

@arkhsm

20 күн бұрын

That gap closes when the ZR2 has similar equipment though !!

@curtshelp6170

20 күн бұрын

@@arkhsm I'm just happy that you can get a very capable off road truck for $10-15K less than the Raptor/TRD pro.

Would love to see a comparison of the Raptor / Bison and the new TRD Pro Hybrid

GM is in love with the 4 banger. It won’t stand a chance against the ford 400 hp v6.

The Colorado looks so much better!

@gregorybaker7524

8 күн бұрын

I agree 100%

The base ZR2 is just an unbeatable price. The Ranger Raptor is just a LOT of money in comparison. The payload and bed would be more comparable as well as the Bison has that big tire in there. That said -- ultimately these are two of the best pickup trucks ever made in this segment of offroad mid-size pickup trucks and blow Toyota's offerings away (at least on paper) for the price. Too bad EVERYTHING is very expensive now. I chose the ZR2 (non-Bison) just due to the price point and its great looks. Loving it so far. The Ranger Raptor's powerplant (and paddle shifters) are what I would love to have. But I'm happy with saving over $12k!

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

Yup, I just got a loaded w/moonroof, blue, '24 ZR2 as well, and with 34's (still fits under the bed) and maybe a 2" lift, it's 99% of the Bison for thousands cheaper than either.

I was going to ask where is the Tacoma but, Toyota is dealing with some major mechanical issues like motors blowing up lately so..... I'll take the Raptor thank you.

If I was rock crawling, ZR2. If I was high-speed desert running, Raptor...

I love your reviews… but question giving the point to the Ranger because it comes with side steps vs rock sliders for the target audience for these trucks.

@drivingsports

22 күн бұрын

My wife nearly refused to get into the Colorado Bison because she’s short and it was not easy. From an ergonomic perspective it’s a consideration. Of course that category had a lot more other elements combined into it than just side steps.

FORD🦖🔥💪😁👍💥🚀

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

Found On Road Dead

@justinproffitt6149

23 күн бұрын

@@kx8960 Found Off Road Dominating!

@kx8960

23 күн бұрын

@@justinproffitt6149 🤣 Touche!

For work and off road trucks as much as you want a premium feel and look it’s pretty much impractical and defeats the purpose of the truck and for people who really use their trucks can attest to that…. Also it’s would be cheaper to replace said parts if they get damaged. Leather ain’t cheap either.

extended cab with bigger beds are the way to go, double cab are useless most of the time.

@LibertyorDeath1787

23 күн бұрын

That's funny I use mine all the time

I do agree that having the spare in the bed eats up space in the chevy BUT if you are willing to spend a couple hundrd dollars you can put a spare tire caddybin your trailer hitch reciever and problem solved AND if you do need your spare its readily accessible....contrast that with a spare under the truck...if you are in deep mud or whatever , having the spare right there is handy. The caddy also tilts away to allow access to the bed. I might buy one for my Tundra. The chevy is a sharp looking truck. I used to say Toyota wins with reliability but now its a crap shoot. The new Tacoma might be a dog...so throw a dart at the board.

I wish the Chevy had a V6 which got 25 MPG on highway and 20 MPG in city. 😅😂😊

Exterior looks are much better on the Chevy. This should have been included. With that said the Ranger is the clear winner.

@ebnhahn1993

24 күн бұрын

When it comes to looks, I think the FORD is understated or "SAFE"!, but the Chevy I think is too flashy to the level of may be "obnoxious". Its 35 inch wheels/tires look too oversized and disproportionate to the truck. Its loverall looks can steer away many "main stream" drivers.

@Somebody294

24 күн бұрын

Looks are subjective

@bryy2053

24 күн бұрын

Absolutely subjective. I think the ford looks better but not by much.

@ryanb8736

24 күн бұрын

@@ebnhahn1993safe looking? That’s a weird statement. Not sure why some are afraid of a great looking vehicle.

@ryanb8736

24 күн бұрын

GM looks way better. Looks meaner and wider.

I have an AT4X, it’s a good truck, but the RR is so much better for my use cases that I have one on order. And one thing missed on the video is that the Chevy doesn’t have front parking sensors. Incredibly annoying when you’re fitting into your small garage every day.

@RRr-yl8zr

23 күн бұрын

Front parking sensors 🙄😅😁

@MarkPharaoh

23 күн бұрын

@@RRr-yl8zr A+ comment, thanks for sharing

Ford hands down! I stopped at the headlight switch!! Also you can get an aftermarket 37-gal fuel tank for the Ranger!

Ryan, you missed it on this shootout. I'm a Ford guy, but you should take a point away from the Raptor for requiring the "Load box reinforcement kit" if you put a topper of tonneau cover on the Raptor (required per Ford for anything mounted above the bed at 88 pounds or heavier...cmon Ford!! Also you don't mention the Bison has a winch-capable bumper, which can use the Comeup winch from Chevy and maybe a Warn winch too - I haven't seen a winch capable bumper for the Raptor. Give the Bison another point!

@drivingsports

22 күн бұрын

True. Winch capable is big. Didn’t know about the load box requirement. That’s annoying.

@genekimpton5697

21 күн бұрын

I agree, thanks for an awesome channel! We were seriously considering the Ranger Raptor with a topper on it till I read about the load braces. The Raptor's motor sounds like a beast

Which has the more reliable engine, tho? To me, that holds a lot of weight, especially at those prices.

@ryanb8736

24 күн бұрын

Both will be average at best.

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

They should both be good, GM used that in their full-sized trucks for years with great reliability.

@UnknownUser_0000

24 күн бұрын

Ford..they've been using the Ecoboost platform for awhile now.

@Joe-eg7ml

24 күн бұрын

@UnknownUser_0000 have a eb in my range rover, and it seems to be reliable.

@kx8960

24 күн бұрын

@@UnknownUser_0000 Chevy, they've been using the 2.7L in their FULL-SIZE trucks for years now with great reliability.

Ranger would be cool if you could get it at MSRP

The points the Chevy won - rock rails and 35s are an easy addition. But you are not going to change the better powertrain and interior. The Ford blows the Chevy out of the water.

@BIGGIEBAG-XL

23 күн бұрын

Ranger has a better interior?? The Chevy’s is miles nicer. Ford still hasn’t even fixed the uneven panels throughout the interior

@TheNotimprezed

23 күн бұрын

@@BIGGIEBAG-XL there is no fixing the cramped rear seat in the Chevy. The Ford is superior

@Mike-lq8ru

20 күн бұрын

And the extra $8k difference would easily cover the cost of rock rails and 35's.

I think the Bison is the better rock crawler and the Raptor is better in the fast stuff, that includes the street. If you want to rat around on the street, the Raptors is quicker and handles much better. You just have to figure out what you want to compromise on including the price.

Curious if either truck allows for 40" tires with no/minimal altering

@drivingsports

23 күн бұрын

33 are as big as you can fit on a raptor without cutting

@danieljackson-woods6225

23 күн бұрын

@@drivingsports what about the zr2 bison?

@brandodurham

22 күн бұрын

lol no

Good video. For my driving it would be the Ranger Raptor. Don't like the on screen locker controls but I would go with it. Manual passenger seat on the bison? No bueno. Interested to see how they age 3-5 years & retain value. Everyone love their trucks when they are brand new.

Chevy looks awesome...too bad they're garbage. I'd pick the Ranger any day. Hell...I'd pick a Frontier Pro4X over a Chevy.

@jonshields437

23 күн бұрын

What Chevy have you owned?

I need a trail mpg. How far can I go on a tank on the dirt

@LibertyorDeath1787

23 күн бұрын

Around 350 miles for the bison it has a 16 highway and city mpg wise

Which one does better on your off road course

@kevinstarski1598

23 күн бұрын

He would have to add some points to Bison and that wasn't the intend

The Bison is superior to the Raptor for off-roading

For 45k, a Jeep Gladiator Willy’s with a rear locker would perform better and cost a lot less, not to mention towing and payload…

No sunroof in the Ranger! Is it an option? That narrows the price gap by roughly 1,200$. To me, the Bison looks more awesome

Just to clarify for everybody the raptor is more of a Baja off-road truck and the Chevy is a setup for an actual off-road truck and not a Baja

Shouldn’t have compared the bison version of the zr2 to the raptor. The regular zr2 sizes up better IMO.

Two very nice trucks. If I had to pick between the two, it would be tricky. That said, I just wish I could transplant the Raptors engine into my '21 Ranger Tremor. Anyone doing the Coyote swap in the USA? Overseas there was a company. I prefer the front end and interior of my Ranger but love the rest of the exterior of the new Ranger Raptor. Orange interior accent is a deal breaker for me though. Ford needs to figure out their design language. My Tremor is red accent, the f150 tremor is orange. The f150 Raptor is red and the Ranger Raptor is orange. Orange accents is a deal breaker for me, even if it was red, I would prefer it to be more subtle like in the F150 Raptor. There is just so much of the orange in the Ranger R that it would be hard to overlook day to day.

Between those definitely the Ford. But I like the Jeep Gladiator better the either of them.

The cab link legroom wise in the Ranger raptor is 34.9. The cab link in regards to legroom for the Colorado ZR2 is 34.7 shows about 4 inches difference so somebody's either lying if it's unintentional it's all right but the numbers don't lie and the head room is the same in the rear

The more capable off road pickup lost!??🤔 We don’t care about where the lumbar button is…. Would have loved to see much more off road real world testing.

Your audio level is too low in general, but especially in this video.

Raptor also has a manual passenger seat. *My mistake, I looked at the wrong image when I searched for a picture. It does in fact have a power seat 👍🏻

@chrisdriner

23 күн бұрын

The raptor passenger seat is 8 way power, I own one, or did I misunderstand you

@drivingsports

23 күн бұрын

About to chime in on this as well. Mine has power on the passenger too.

@natecurrier

23 күн бұрын

@@chrisdriner thank you for correcting me.