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Off-Road Comparison: Ford Bronco Raptor Vs. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392

It has finally arrived: the 2023 Ford Bronco Raptor in all of its 400+ horsepower off-roader glory. Slated to arrive in dealers this summer, it comes standard with 37-inch tires — the largest-sized rubber ever used for an OEM factory-built road vehicle — and will immediately enter into battle with its chief competitor: the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392. Neither is intended for the amateur off-roader. With ample amounts of power, these two SUVs are aimed directly at enthusiasts (and Beverly Hills High rich kids) who want something that’s ready to go out of the box.

For years, Jeep literally owned this segment and Ford decided it was long past due to challenge its Detroit rival. The Bronco’s arrival last year already put the Wrangler lineup on notice and now the pot is simmering hot. Which of these two four-door hardcore SUVs ranks supreme? We won’t know for certain until Bronco Raptor test drives get underway but for now, here’s how the on-paper rivalry stacks up.

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Exterior Design: If Looks Could Kill

There’s no question both of these SUVs have been designed for serious off-roading. Looks alone can explain everything. Nearly 10 inches wider than the standard Bronco, the Bronco Raptor comes equipped with a solid list of upgrades like a heavy-duty steel bumper with tow hooks, a vented hood, integrated LED fog lights, painted fender vents, and massive fender flares. A set of 37-inch all-terrain tires help complete the look.

The Wrangler 392, the range’s halo model, receives bronze accents, 33-inch off-road rubber, dual exhaust, a Ram Air hood, and special badging. We wish Jeep would have done more to make the 392 stand out from the rest of the Wrangler pack. It’s almost like a wolf in sheep’s clothing. The Bronco Raptor, by contrast, is instantly recognizable. Aside from its greater ride height and width, the Bronco Raptor ditches the regular version’s «Bronco» lettering on the front grille for simply «Ford,» a trademark styling trait taken directly from the F-150 Raptor. On exterior looks alone, the Bronco Raptor wins hands-down. The design perfectly embraces its unique character and instantly screams, «LOOK AT ME!»

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Interior: Creature Comforts Matter

Step inside each of these two beasts and you’ll find a long list of premium features and systems. A modern serious off-roader can no longer have a Spartan interior. The Bronco Raptor comes standard with a 12-inch digital gauge cluster (and equally-sized LCD touchscreen) which includes a trim-specific Performance View highlighting critical data like the tachometer and gear readings. Owners can customize the gauges to their liking and they’ll certainly appreciate the thicker steering wheel, upgraded Ford Performance seats, and Code Orange trim. There are also carbon fiber accents on the grab handles, steering wheel bezel, and gear shifter.

The Wrangler 392’s excellent Uconnect infotainment system is encased in an 8.4-inch touchscreen that also controls the Alpine Premium Audio System and an array of off-road features like a screen logging pitch, roll, and altitude. The 3.6-inch difference between these SUVs’ touchscreen sizes is very noticeable. Again, Jeep should have done more here to make the 392 special. Both SUVs have standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, leather and heated seats, and can accommodate up to five passengers. The doors come off of both, too, but it’s the Bronco that stands out as the most unique.

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Ford F-150 Raptor vs. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

When comparing the Ford F-150 Raptor’s and the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon’s specifications and ratings, the Ford F-150 Raptor has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Ford F-150 Raptor’s and the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon’s specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is a better car than the Ford F-150 Raptor.

Ford F-150 Raptor vs. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Pricing

A used 2023 Ford F-150 Raptor ranges from $82,494 to $111,848 while a used 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is priced between $49,904 to $69,977. For a new model, the Ford F-150 Raptor’s price is between $80,623 and $113,035, with the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon priced between $51,230 and $69,480.

Ford F-150 Raptor vs. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Resale/Retained Value

Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford F-150 Raptor loses 31.7 percent of its value and the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon loses 8.9 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon retains 22.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford F-150 Raptor.

Ford F-150 Raptor vs. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Jeep Wrangler’s quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Ford F-150 being ranked 2 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Jeep Wrangler being ranked 1 out of 21 Best Small SUVs.

Ford F-150 Raptor vs. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Reliability Rating

iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford F-150 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Jeep Wrangler the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Ford F-150 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Jeep Wrangler.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Ford F-150 Raptor’s base engine makes 450 horsepower, and the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon base engine makes 285 horsepower. The Raptor is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 648 miles. The Rubicon is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 438 miles.This gives the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford F-150 Raptor the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, a compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and rear head room. The Ford F-150 Raptor, a fullsize truck, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Ford F-150 Raptor has an average safety rating of 4.79 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA’s crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Ford F-150 Raptor has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.

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Head to Head: Jeep Gladiator Rubicon vs Ford Ranger Raptor

They cost the same but which gives more off-road bang for your buck? The Jeep Gladiator Rubicon or the Ford Ranger Raptor?

We brought you the first Aussie drive of the all-new RHD Jeep Gladiator Rubicon a week ago but now we thought we’d take a closer look… and see how Jeep’s all-new “lifestyle” off-roader ute stacks up against its obvious competitor the Ford Ranger Raptor.

We’ll start with the obvious one: price. The Gladiator Rubicon has a list price of $76,450 plus on-road costs while the Ranger Raptor will set you back $76,490 plus on-road costs. Yep, there’s just $40 between the two, so the actual difference will come down to whether you can wrangle a better driveaway price out of a Ford dealer or a Jeep dealer.

Petrol or diesel

The next thing to think about is whether you want a petrol lifestyle ute or a diesel one.

The Jeep Gladiator Rubicon is a petrol-only affair. It has a 3.6L V6 engine that makes a claimed 209kW of power and 347Nm of torque, mated exclusively to an eight-speed automatic transmission.

The Ranger Raptor is only available with a diesel engine and a 10-speed auto; it’s a 2.0-litre bi-turbo-diesel that makes a claimed 157kW of power and 500Nm of torque.

While both the Gladiator and Ranger are built on separate chassis architecture, the Jeep has live axles front and rear and coil springs all round, while the Ranger Raptor has a live axle rear with coils and an independent front with coils. The Rubicon scores trick Fox 2.0 shock absorbers that provide an impressive ride, while the Raptor has long-travel coils up front and a Watts linkage and long-travel coils at the rear with position-sensitive Fox Racing internal-bypass shock absorbers.

Off-road gear

The Rubicon is equipped with front and rear locking differentials for the ultimate in off-road traction as well as a front electronic disconnecting sway bar for maximum axle articulation in undulating terrain. It also has Jeep’s Rock-Trac Active On-Demand II 4×4 system, with a 4:1 low-range reduction and Dana 44s with a 4.1:1 axle ratio for an overall crawl ratio of 77.2:1. On the electronic front, the Rubicon scores an Off-Road+ Button; when activated in high-range it tailors vehicle operation to suit high-speed sand driving and when activated in low-range it tailors it to suit low-speed rock crawling.

The Ranger Raptor comes with a standard rear diff lock and a traditional part-time 4×4 system. While it can’t match the Rubicon for front wheel travel, it’s locking rear diff, effective traction control system, ample ground clearance and good rear wheel travel combine to make it an impressive off-road performer. Overall low-range reduction is 47.6:1 in first gear, which isn’t bad but is no match for the Rubicon. The Raptor has a Terrain Management system with six modes (Normal, Sport, Grass/Gravel, Snow/Mud, Rock and Baja).

Standard equipment on the Rubicon includes 17-inch alloy wheels with 255/75R17 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain KM3s, a forward-facing TrailCam off-road camera, a tyre pressure monitoring system and more. The Raptor also gets 17-inch alloys, but with 285/70R17 BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO2 tyres.

Capacities and dimensions

Despite their generous dimensions, and large tubs, neither the Rubicon nor the Raptor are designed as heavy load haulers. The Rubicon has a 620kg payload and 2721kg towing capacity while the Raptor a 748kg payload and 2500kg towing capacity.

While both vehicles are around the same overall length, the Rubicon’s wheelbase is 268mm longer than the Raptor’s, but not at the expense of ramp-over angle (25.1° and 24° respectively… at least according to their respective spec sheets). The Rubicon has a significantly better approach angle but less departure angle.

The Raptor wins hands down when it comes to touring range thanks to its efficient 2.0L turbo-diesel engine, and you can expect to get more than 900km out of a tank compared to the Rubicon’s range of just 620km or so.

Both vehicles have a pretty decent wading depth, although the Raptor once again pips the Rubicon with an impressive 850mm compared to 760mm.

Both vehicles have a dual-cab pick-up body but they are very different to each other. The Ranger Raptor’s body follows the typical dual-cab ute rulebook while the Jeep designers ripped that rulebook up and threw it out the window. Like the JL Wrangler on which it’s based, you can remove the roof of the JT Gladiator in sections, and you can take the doors off… and you can fold down the windscreen – it doesn’t get any better than that for throwing out rulebooks!

Both vehicles offer generously sized cargo beds but limited payload capacity of 620kg for the Rubicon and 748kg for the Raptor.

How do they drive?

Well, we’ve driven both the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon and Ford Ranger Raptor separately, and even compared the Raptor with a Wrangler Rubicon, but you’ll have to wait until next month for a full back-to-back comparison of Gladiator Rubicon and Ranger Raptor, so stay tuned to Unsealed 4X4 and check out the spec below.

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