Ford Ranger 3.0 V6 EcoBoost double cab Raptor 4WD outputs a whopping 292 kW and 583 Nm of torque, which is directed to a permanent 4 wheel drive system, making it the most powerful double cap bakkie you can purchase stock in south africa.

Whereas the Volkswagen Golf 8 R has a 2.0 litre engine which develops 235 kW and 400 Nm of torque, it also is equipped with a 4motion all wheel drive system.

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To see how they stack up, TimesLIVE’s motoring team took the two vehicles to the Gerotek test track near Pretoria for a drag race.

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