An epic diesel versus petrol showdown is unfolding on the track as the all-new Ford Ranger Raptor squares off against a tuned Mercedes-Benz X-Class and a tuned Volkswagen Amarok in a heavy-hitting pickup drag race. The factory-spec Ranger Raptor enters the battle as the only petrol-powered contender, driven by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 petrol engine that generates 292hp and 583Nm of torque. Weighing in at 2,454kg, the Ford faces a double disadvantage due to its heavy frame and chunky off-road tires. In contrast, its competitors rely on tuned diesel power. The modified Mercedes X-Class brings a zesty 3.0-liter turbo V6 diesel to the line, pushing out 300hp and a massive 700Nm of torque while tipping the scales slightly lighter at 2,383kg.

Holding the clear advantage on paper is the zippy Volkswagen Amarok, which emerges as both the most powerful and the lightest behemoth in this drag race lineup. Thanks to an aggressive tune, the Amarok’s 3.0-liter turbo V6 diesel engine cranks out a staggering 340hp and 775Nm of torque, while its total curb weight is trimmed down to just 2,330kg. With brute torque numbers and significant weight variations across all three vehicles, this high-stakes race tests whether the tuned Amarok will pull off a clean sweep, or if the technologically advanced Ford Ranger Raptor can launch past its diesel rivals to snatch an unexpected victory. For more content like this one follow us also on Facebook, Pinterest or Instagram!