Verdict
At RM115,888, the Ford Ranger undercuts the RM123,800 Foton Tunland by RM7,912 and brings six airbags, hill descent control and an 80-litre tank. Its 168 hp and 405 Nm edge the Foton’s 161 hp and 400 Nm, but its six-speed manual is a real compromise beside the Tunland’s ZF eight-speed automatic. The Foton counters with a seven-year/200,000-km warranty and a 14.6-inch touchscreen. It also gets LED projectors and a reverse camera. For a Malaysian buyer, the Ranger is the better safety-and-price call; select the Tunland if its automatic and cabin kit matter more.
Pick the Ford Ranger if six airbags, hill descent control, 168 hp and a RM7,912 lower price matter more than an automatic gearbox.
Pick the Foton Tunland if you want a ZF eight-speed automatic, reverse camera, 14.6-inch touchscreen and longer seven-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Foton Tunland RM123,800.
- Output: Ford Ranger 168 hp and 405 Nm; Foton Tunland 161 hp and 400 Nm.
- Transmission: Ford Ranger six-speed manual; Foton Tunland ZF eight-speed conventional automatic.
- Airbags: Ford Ranger six; Foton Tunland two.
- Manufacturer warranty: Ford Ranger five years/160,000 km; Foton Tunland seven years/200,000 km.
- Fuel tank: Ford Ranger 80 litres; Foton Tunland 76 litres.
Ranger
- RM7,912 less to buy
- Six airbags and hill descent control
- More power and torque
- Six-speed manual versus the Tunland’s eight-speed automatic
- No rear parking sensors or reverse camera
- Shorter five-year/160,000-km warranty
Tunland
- ZF eight-speed automatic with paddle shifts
- 14.6-inch touchscreen and reverse camera
- Seven-year/200,000-km warranty
- RM7,912 more expensive
- Two airbags versus the Ranger’s six
- Less power and torque
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM123,800 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve, DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbo, 48-volt Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 168 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 400 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 8AT |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 5,617 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 2,090 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,955 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,355 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 2,160 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 76 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/70R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/70R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Giti AT71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Hydraulic Power Steering |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
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.
Used Ranger & Tunland for sale
Ranger vs Tunland FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Foton Tunland better?
The Ford Ranger is the better buy on safety and price, with six airbags, hill descent control, 168 hp and a RM7,912 saving. Choose the Foton Tunland instead if an eight-speed automatic, reverse camera and longer warranty are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Foton Tunland costs RM7,912 more than the Ford Ranger.
Which truck has the better warranty?
The Foton Tunland has the longer manufacturer warranty: seven years or 200,000 km, against five years or 160,000 km for the Ford Ranger.
