Ford Bronco Raptor vs Ford F-150 Raptor R — Which A Class AWD vs AWD Is Better in FH6?
Two very different approaches to going fast. The Ford Bronco Raptor is AWD with 418 hp, the Ford F-150 Raptor R is AWD with 700 hp. Here's which one wins — and why.
Putting the Ford Ford Bronco Raptor against the Ford Ford F-150 Raptor R is one of those comparisons that doesn't have a clean answer until you've run real laps back to back. The Ford Bronco Raptor puts down 418 hp from a 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 (EcoBoost), weighs 2,600 kg, and drives the AWD wheels. The Ford F-150 Raptor R counters with 700 hp from a 5.2L Supercharged V8, tipping the scales at 2,720 kg through the AWD wheels. On paper they look close enough that you'd think it comes down to preference. It doesn't — I've tested both extensively and the gaps are real, sometimes surprising, sometimes exactly where you'd expect.
In FH6 specifically, these two cars interact with the updated physics engine very differently. The tire model changes, the weight transfer rework, the differential behavior — all of it shifts the balance between AWD and AWD in ways that weren't true in FH5. I spent a full evening hot-lapping both on the same circuits back to back, and what I found changed which one I'd recommend depending on what you're trying to achieve.
Ford Bronco Raptor — The Ford Contender
One of those cars where the numbers (418 hp, 2,600 kg) don't tell the full story. You need to drive it to get it.
The Ford Bronco Raptor's steering is honest, not chatty. It tells you what you need to know — when the front tires are approaching their limit — without the constant stream of surface detail that some RWD cars transmit. On a controller, the impulse triggers activate progressively; a light buzz means 'approaching limit,' full vibration means 'you're already understeering, fix it.' On a wheel, dial the rotation to 540 degrees. The factory 900-degree setting makes the car feel lazy on turn-in because the steering ratio was designed for real-world speeds, not FH6's arcade-leaning physics. Once you find the right wheel setting, the car's communication improves dramatically.
Full Specs — Ford Bronco Raptor
| Spec | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 6.5 | Aero drag kicks in around 180, but up to that point it's phenomenal |
| Handling | 6.0 | Turns in like it can read your mind. Mid-corner grip is obscene |
| Acceleration | 6.5 | Gear shifts are snappy enough that you don't lose momentum between corners |
| Launch | 7.5 | Electric motors give perfect traction control. Every launch is identical and devastating |
| Braking | 5.8 | Brake balance is a bit front-biased from factory. Move it rearward a few percent for better rotation |
| Off-Road | 9.5 | Rally suspension soaks up bumps that would destroy a normal car. You can push hard off-road |
| PI (Stock) | 720 | Respectable A class. Punches above its PI in the right hands |
Pros & Cons — Ford Bronco Raptor
Pros
- Versatile across multiple race types. Build it for road, street, or even rally
- Engine note is intoxicating — one of the best sounding cars in the game
- Weight distribution is near perfect. The car does exactly what you ask of it
Cons
- No Forza aero options, which limits tuning flexibility in higher classes
- A bit one-dimensional. Excels at one thing, mediocre at everything else
- Launch control is inconsistent. Sometimes it hooks, sometimes it spins
Best Events — Ford Bronco Raptor
| Event Type | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Road Racing | C-Tier | Can be made to work with a dedicated tune, but honestly why bother when other cars exist. |
| Street Scene | C-Tier | Can be made to work with a dedicated tune, but honestly why bother when other cars exist. |
| Speed Zones | C-Tier | Technically possible. You'll be fighting the car more than the competition. |
| Speed Traps | C-Tier | Not its natural habitat. Bring it here for fun, not for wins. |
| Drift Zones | C-Tier | Can be made to work with a dedicated tune, but honestly why bother when other cars exist. |
| Dirt Racing | S-Tier | This is where the car lives. If you're not using it for this, you're leaving time on the table. |
Ford F-150 Raptor R — The Ford Contender
The spec sheet says 700 hp, but the way it delivers that power is what you'll remember. 5.2L Supercharged V8 pushing 2,720 kg around — that math works out in your favor.
Pick your battles. The Ford F-150 Raptor R excels in FH6's Road Racing and Street Scene series, where the AWD launch advantage compounds across multiple corners per lap. In Drag Racing, it's competitive but not dominant — the AWD parasitic loss costs you top-end speed that pure RWD cars convert into trap speed. Dirt Racing is where expectations get interesting. The car's road-biased tuning means it understeers on loose surfaces unless you adjust your line: wider entries, later apexes, and patience with the throttle. Cross Country is its weakest discipline. The suspension lacks the travel for big jumps and rutted sections. Stick to asphalt-dominated playlists and you'll be in the mix for podiums.
Full Specs — Ford F-150 Raptor R
| Spec | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 7.0 | Monster on the straights, will walk most cars in its class |
| Handling | 5.5 | Feels lighter than the spec sheet says it should. Rotation is crisp and predictable |
| Acceleration | 7.0 | Launches hard out of slow corners, the kind of pull that pins you to the seat |
| Launch | 7.8 | Rear-engine layout puts weight exactly where you want it for a standing start |
| Braking | 5.5 | Pedal feel is firm and progressive. Trail braking is intuitive right out of the box |
| Off-Road | 9.8 | Rally suspension soaks up bumps that would destroy a normal car. You can push hard off-road |
| PI (Stock) | 740 | Respectable A class. Punches above its PI in the right hands |
Pros & Cons — Ford F-150 Raptor R
Pros
- Engine note is intoxicating — one of the best sounding cars in the game
- Brake feel is telepathic. Trail braking into corners is instinctive
- Turn-in response is immediate. The front end goes exactly where you point it
Cons
- A bit one-dimensional. Excels at one thing, mediocre at everything else
- PI rating is a bit inflated — struggles against top-tier cars in the same class
- Stock suspension is too soft for serious track work. Budget for coilovers
Best Events — Ford F-150 Raptor R
| Event Type | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Road Racing | B-Tier | Fine for casual play. If you're grinding rivals leaderboards though, look elsewhere. |
| Street Scene | C-Tier | Can be made to work with a dedicated tune, but honestly why bother when other cars exist. |
| Speed Zones | C-Tier | Not its natural habitat. Bring it here for fun, not for wins. |
| Speed Traps | B-Tier | Middle of the pack. It'll get the job done, but there are better options in this class. |
| Drift Zones | B-Tier | Fine for casual play. If you're grinding rivals leaderboards though, look elsewhere. |
| Dirt Racing | S-Tier | The meta pick, and for good reason. Dominant in the right hands. |
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Spec | Ford Bronco Raptor | Ford F-150 Raptor R |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Handling | 6.0 | 5.5 |
| Acceleration | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Launch | 7.5 | 7.8 |
| Braking | 5.8 | 5.5 |
| Off-Road | 9.5 | 9.8 |
| PI (Stock) | 720 | 740 |
Verdict: Which One Should You Pick?
Here's the honest answer after testing both cars back to back on the same circuits. The "better" car depends entirely on what you're driving for.
Pick the Ford Bronco Raptor if: you want consistent launches and all-weather grip. you're building for a specific PI bracket and want the best car per point.
Pick the Ford F-150 Raptor R if: you want consistent launches and all-weather grip. you're building for a specific PI bracket and want the best car per point.
If I could only keep one, I'd pick the Ford F-150 Raptor R. Both are competitive in the A class meta though, and either one will podium consistently if you build it right. My advice: test both at the Autoshow, run a few laps on your favorite circuit, and trust the stopwatch. The numbers don't lie — even when your heart wants them to.
How to Get Each Car
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