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Dodge Dakota vs Ford Ranger

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2010 Dodge Dakota

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2026 Ford Ranger

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Overview

SpecDodge DakotaSTFord RangerXL
Selected trimSTXL
Body styleTruck (Extended Cab)Truck (Crew Cab)
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automatic10-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20102026

Pricing & market

SpecDodge DakotaSTFord RangerXL
MSRP$22,755 (best)$33,350
Lowest listing price—$33,380 (best)
Median listing price—$54,480 (best)
Highest listing price—$60,189 (best)
For sale now05 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge DakotaSTFord RangerXL
Combined MPG17 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG15 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank22 gal (best)18 gal

Performance

SpecDodge DakotaSTFord RangerXL
Horsepower210 hp (best)—
Torque235 lb-ft (best)—
Engine size3.7 L (best)2.3 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecDodge DakotaSTFord RangerXL
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors44
Towing capacity7,250 lbs7,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,810 lbs (best)1,788 lbs
Curb weight4,200 lbs (best)4,203 lbs
Ground clearance7.9 in9.3 in (best)
Wheelbase131.3 in (best)128.7 in
Length218.5 in (best)210.6 in
Width71.7 in75.5 in (best)
Height68.6 in73.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge DakotaSTFord RangerXL
NHTSA overall—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)7 (best)8

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimDodge DakotaFord Ranger
1

ST

$22,755 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XL

$33,350 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

ST

$25,305 MSRP

XL

$36,850 MSRP

3

ST

$27,005 MSRP

XLT

$35,875 MSRP

4

ST

$28,255 MSRP

XLT

$39,375 MSRP

5

BigHorn

$23,630 MSRP

Lariat

$43,755 MSRP

6

BigHorn

$26,325 MSRP

Lariat

$47,255 MSRP

7

BigHorn

$27,880 MSRP

Raptor

$57,070 MSRP

8

BigHorn

$29,275 MSRP

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9

LoneStar

$23,630 MSRP

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10

LoneStar

$26,325 MSRP

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11

LoneStar

$27,880 MSRP

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12

LoneStar

$29,275 MSRP

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13

Laramie

$30,180 MSRP

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14

Laramie

$33,180 MSRP

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15

TRX

$31,365 MSRP

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Dodge Dakota vs Ford Ranger FAQ

Which is better: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2026 Ford Ranger?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2010 Dodge Dakota vs 2026 Ford Ranger on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2026 Ford Ranger?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Dodge Dakota starts lower at $22,755. Live Ford Ranger listings start at $33,380.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2026 Ford Ranger?
The 2010 Dodge Dakota leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,755).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2026 Ford Ranger?
The 2026 Ford Ranger leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2026 Ford Ranger?
The 2010 Dodge Dakota leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2010 Dodge Dakota or 2026 Ford Ranger?
The 2026 Ford Ranger leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2010 Dodge Dakota vs 2026 Ford Ranger?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Ranger (4/5 NHTSA overall).