Future Newbie Question

[dpAtlanta]

I am planning on replacing my 11 year old full size Chevy pick-up truck for a Ranger Raptor.
I currently have a 2024 Bronco Badlands Sasquatch with the 2.7 L.
It has 330 hp/415 tq. and an axle gear ration of 4.7:1.
The thing is actually quite peppy on the throttle response and the torque stays there on acceleration.

I test drove a new Ranger Raptor, and it felt very sluggish, the throttle response was hesitating when I floored it... the Bronco felt much more responsive and literally felt quicker. The Rapotor made noise like it was trying, but the seat-o-the-pants meter was disappointing.
The Ranger Raptor has more horsepower and torque with the 3.0 L., so I was shocked.

I have no idea what drive mode it was in during my test drive.
Is there a Sport button I should have pushed?
Does it default to Eco-Mode?

My Bronco Badlands does not have a Sport mode option, unlike most of the other Bronco models.

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[superj]

I think you twist the 4x4 knob to get the different settings but i am not 100% sure because my stx is 2wd.


My little truck is peppy though. You floor it and you know it

 

[stuartmunto]

something seems off - the Raptor goes like hell when floored no matter what mode it’s in (only slippery mode will limit torque)

I would take another raptor out for a test drive as it should be as good if not better than the bronco raptor in terms of acceleration

 

[Medic 6]

Yeah, not sure what happened on your test drive. Yes, there is a sport mode you can access by twisting the dial on the center console. My RR is peppy when you get on the skinny pedal.

 

[CoastieN70]

Something is definitely off here. All new Fords are "slightly" slower when brand new. The computer hasn't learned your driving style as of yet. BUT even with under 10 miles from the factory a new RR should be way peppier than your 2.7L Bronco!
When I bought mine I inadvertently smoked the tires on my test drive!

 

[dpAtlanta]

Thanks for the replies... the one I test drove was used. It was a 2025 with 6K.
They had a new one, but the salesman offered the test drive in the used one and I figured they would be the same.
I'm not expecting acceleration like my car, but I was disappointed.
I shall return to the battle field and try again.
I really do want this little thing...!!!

 

[Texas Ranger]

If the ranger raptor just weighed 1,000 lbs less …well a man can dream.

 

[Tailwagger]

IMO, on road acceleration, say for passing situations, is pretty fierce when mashing the pedal. Off the line, I find things a little more nuanced. My truck seems to prefer a squeeze followed by a hard press as opposed to just flat out stomping the pedal which typically results in a bit of bog before takeoff.

One other thing to consider is what sort of fuel was in the tank. I typically run 87 as 93 is over a $1 gallon more expensive, but the few times I have run higher octane, even on the stock tune, it has a noticeable effect.

 

[Tailwagger]

If the ranger raptor just weighed 1,000 lbs less …well a man can dream.

Which is why I continue to keep my fingers crossed for a more street oriented Lobo version.

 

[dpAtlanta]

Off the line, I find things a little more nuanced. My truck seems to prefer a squeeze followed by a hard press as opposed to just flat out stomping the pedal which typically results in a bit of bog before takeoff

This is what I noticed... the the slight bit of bogging. I didn't want to drive it to hard with the salesman in the vehicle and while driving on 35 mph roads.

One other thing to consider is what sort of fuel was in the tank.

You may have nailed it with this one... good point my friend!

 

[DCRAB]

I agree with Tailwagger, squeeze and then mash. Did a quick test with my wife the other night. 0-64mph in 390ft. 91 Octane. (I was in a 35 so I didn’t want to push my luck).

 

[Switzguy]

Test drive the new one.
Drive it like you stole it.
I was blown away by mine when I initially drove it.

 

[OxygenMask]

I've had mine for 2 weeks. When we picked it up we went straight to the coast for a few days. (My avatar pic was taken the day I bought the RR.)
I too felt the truck should feel faster, seemed sluggish, but keep an eye on that speedo it sneaks up on you quickly. It just didn't "feel" fast. It was kind of a letdown.
Wasn't until day 4 or 5 that I really put my foot in it (passing lane) and we both shouted Holy Sh..!! Instant rocket mode! It is indeed quick, just gotta press that pedal harder. It's fun!

 

[dpAtlanta]

Thanks for all the great input folks… I’m gonna pull the trigger.
Might be next week, but I look forward to owning one of these.
Looking forward to changing my Avatar.

 

[MJRR74]

Yes sport mode does wake it up a little. It helps throttle response and holds the gears a little longer.

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