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Ford Ranger vs Dacia Bigster comparison

Compare performance (281 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 20,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Dacia Bigster?

Ford Ranger vs Dacia Bigster: Key differences

Ford Ranger

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Dacia Bigster

4.5 (12 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Ranger

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Bigster is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,600 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,877 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Dacia Bigster with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Bigster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Ranger offers substantially more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Ranger is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Dacia Bigster takes 9.7 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers considerably more torque with 697 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 467 Nm more.

Ranger

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Bigster is substantially lighter – 1,425 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 980 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries clearly more – 989 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 524 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Ranger holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £48,400
Ranger

Ford Ranger

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 240 - 281 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 42 km
Ford Ranger
Dacia Bigster

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.

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Dacia Bigster

The Dacia Bigster is a straightforward, value-driven SUV that emphasizes space, practicality and low running costs rather than flashy tech. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a roomy, well-built family car with rugged styling and easy-to-use features at an affordable price.

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Ford Ranger
Dacia Bigster

Costs and Consumption

Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
Price
20,600 - 28,100 £
Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
42 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
co2
106 - 134 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
Curb weight
1,425 - 1,611 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
444 - 667 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,918 mm
Width
1,813 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
845 - 989 kg
Payload
434 - 465 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
240 - 281 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
Torque
230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
177 - 207 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Dacia
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