As with the Ranger Raptor’s performance oriented suspension and off road focus, this comes at a cost to payload capacity compared to standard Ranger models. The debate's erupted over the Raptor's usefulness as a work truck or when hauling lots of heavy loads. The Raptor is an off road beast that is very comfortable, but it's argued that the compromise on payload hinders its versatility. Much of the discussion centers on whether the Raptor is more a lifestyle vehicle than a traditional pickup truck. It’s up to potential buyers to decide if its off road capabilities are worth the potential limitations on everyday hauling and towing tasks.