1998 Ford Ranger Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1998 Ford Ranger lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 7  Ranger Regular Cab Short Bed | 2 of 7  Ranger Super Cab Pickup 2D | 3 of 7  Ranger Regular Cab Splash Short Bed | 4 of 7 Ranger Regular Cab Long Bed | 5 of 7  Ranger Super Cab Splash 2D | 6 of 7  Ranger Super Cab Pickup 4D | 7 of 7 Ranger Super Cab Splash 4D | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $4,141 | $4,497 | $4,565 | $4,596 | $5,119 | $5,227 | $5,842 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 15/Hwy 21/Comb 17 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 15/Hwy 21/Comb 17 MPG | City 15/Hwy 21/Comb 17 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | City 14/Hwy 19/Comb 16 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 150 @ 5000 RPM | 160 @ 4200 RPM | 150 @ 5000 RPM | 150 @ 5000 RPM | 160 @ 4200 RPM | 160 @ 4200 RPM | 160 @ 4200 RPM | ||
| Torque | 185 lb-ft | 225 lb-ft | 185 lb-ft | 185 lb-ft | 225 lb-ft | 225 lb-ft | 225 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 6,000 lbs | 5,900 lbs | 2,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs | 5,600 lbs | 5,900 lbs | 5,600 lbs | ||
| Payload | 1,260 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,240 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,200 pounds | 1,260 pounds | 1,200 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | V6, 3.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | V6, 3.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | ||
| Curb Weight | 3,030 pounds | 3,314 pounds | 3,146 pounds | 3,146 pounds | 3,210 pounds | 3,314 pounds | 3,210 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Torque | 185 @ 5000 RPM | 225 @ 4200 RPM | 185 @ 5000 RPM | 185 @ 5000 RPM | 225 @ 4200 RPM | 225 @ 4200 RPM | 225 @ 4200 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD | ||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Automatic | Manual |
| Bed Length | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 8 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 3030 pounds | 3314 pounds | 3146 pounds | 3146 pounds | 3210 pounds | 3314 pounds | 3210 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | 16.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | 19.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 42.2 inches | 42.2 inches | 42.2 inches | 42.2 inches | 42.2 inches | 42.2 inches | 42.2 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 187.5 inches | 202.9 inches | 187.5 inches | 200.7 inches | 202.9 inches | 202.9 inches | 202.9 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 1260 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1240 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1200 pounds | 1260 pounds | 1200 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | 54.5 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | 37 feet | 37 feet | 37 feet | 43 feet | 37 feet | 37 feet | 37 feet | ||
| Turning Diameter | 36.5 feet | 41.6 feet | 36.5 feet | 38.3 feet | 41.6 feet | 41.6 feet | 41.6 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 111.6 inches | 125.7 inches | 111.5 inches | 117.5 inches | 125.7 inches | 125.7 inches | 125.7 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches | 69.4 inches |
FAQs
Does the 1998 Ford Ranger have a turbo?
No, the 1998 Ranger does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 1998 Ranger specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Ford Ranger specs page.
Is the Ford Ranger underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 1998 Ranger ranges in power from the Short Bed with 150 horsepower to the Splash 4D with 160 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1998 Ranger specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Ford Ranger specs page.
How much horsepower does a 1998 Ranger have?
The 1998 Ranger ranges in power from the Short Bed with 150 horsepower to the Splash 4D with 160 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1998 Ranger specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Ford Ranger specs page.