Verdict
The Ford Ranger is the cheaper, more safety-heavy pick here at RM115,888 against RM123,800, and its 6 airbags versus 2 matters if this is family transport as well as a work truck. The Foton Tunland counters with more pull, at 450 Nm to the Ranger’s 405 Nm, an automatic gearbox instead of a manual and a much larger body. It is 247 mm longer, 172 mm wider and has an 85 mm longer wheelbase. For town use, that size cuts both ways.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you want the lower price, 6 airbags, a manual gearbox and an 80-litre tank in a 5-seat AWD pickup.
Pick the Foton Tunland if you want more torque, an automatic gearbox, a bigger body and the longer 7-year warranty.
Key differences
- Power: Ford Ranger 168 hp; Foton Tunland 161 hp
- Torque: Ford Ranger 405 Nm; Foton Tunland 450 Nm
- Transmission: Ford Ranger manual; Foton Tunland conventional automatic
- Size: Ford Ranger 5,370 mm long and 1,918 mm wide; Foton Tunland 5,617 mm long and 2,090 mm wide
- Airbags: Ford Ranger 6; Foton Tunland 2
- Warranty: Ford Ranger 5 years; Foton Tunland 7 years
Ranger
- Costs RM7,912 less
- 6 airbags versus 2
- 80-litre fuel tank
- Manual only here
- Less torque than the Foton
- Shorter 5-year warranty
Tunland
- 450 Nm torque
- Conventional automatic gearbox
- Longer 7-year warranty
- Only 2 airbags
- Costs more than the Ranger
- Bigger footprint to place in town
| 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✓ | 161 hp |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84.01 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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.
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Ranger vs Tunland FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Foton Tunland better?
The Ford Ranger is the safer buy on paper because it costs less and has 6 airbags. The Foton Tunland suits buyers who prioritise 450 Nm of torque, an automatic gearbox and a 7-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Foton Tunland costs RM7,912 more than the Ford Ranger.
Which pickup is bigger?
The Foton Tunland is bigger: 5,617 mm long, 2,090 mm wide and 1,955 mm tall, versus the Ford Ranger’s 5,370 mm, 1,918 mm and 1,884 mm.
