4×4 Comparisons

Toyota Fortuner vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
We reveal which premium variant is the better choice of these two family wagons

David versus Goliath: SsangYong Musso vs Toyota Hilux
Toyota gave its Hilux a well-deserved upgrade late in 2020, so we took an SR5 out with our long-term Musso XLV to see how the fresh model performs.

Isuzu D-Max vs Mazda BT-50: Which is the better buy?
They’re twins under the skin, but which dual-cab ute are you better off buying?

All-new Isuzu D-MAX vs Ford Ranger Wildtrak
The next-generation D-MAX is finally here, but how does it shape up againt an established benchmark?

Ford Bronco v Jeep Wrangler comparison: Spec comparison
Ford’s new Bronco takes aim at the Jeep Wrangler, so we look at how they line up.

Two of the best 6×6 LC200s in the country go head-to-head
When bigger is better, only six-wheel drive will do. We take two of the best 6×6 LandCruisers to Tasmania for some off-road touring.

Ram 1500 versus Chevy Silverado 1500 quick snapshot
A brief side-by-side comparison between two American sweethearts.

Nissan Navara N-Trek Warrior vs HSV Colorado SportsCat SV comparison
Both the Colorado SportsCat SV and the Navara N-Trek Warrior owe their best to local engineering nous…

Ford Ranger Raptor versus Nissan Navara N-TREK Warrior
Ford’s Ranger Raptor has set the benchmark for off-road-ready showroom-stock dual-cabs, but it hasn’t faced Nissan’s new Navara N-TREK Warrior … until now.

2019 Suzuki Jimny vs Jeep Wrangler Overland
It’s slim pickings in the ranks of two-door 4x4s in today’s new-car market. Until the Defender 90 lobs late in 2020, the Wrangler and Jimny are the only options available, so we took them out for a play to see which shorty stands tallest.

Ford Ranger Raptor vs Jeep Wrangler Rubicon comparison
Showroom-stock 4x4s don’t come more capable than the Ranger Raptor and Wrangler Rubicon, but which one is King of the Hill?

Which dual-cab 4×4 ute has the quickest straight-line speed?
Forget about King of the Mountain, here’s King of the Claypan.

2019 Suzuki Jimny vs Jeep JL Wrangler vs Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4×4 comparison review
Traditional 4×4 wagons are on the decline, but this trio keeps the dream alive regardless of your budget.

2019 Ssangyong Rexton vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport vs Isuzu MU-X vs Holden Trailblazer 4×4 comparison review
Can the all-new Rexton make an impact in Australia’s competitive 4×4 wagon market, off the back of sharp pricing and an extensive equipment list?

Volkswagen Amarok 580 versus Mercedes-Benz X350d tow test
Tug-of-war between two premium V6 utes

2019 Ford Ranger 2.0 vs Ranger 3.2 tow test
Does greater engine capacity equate to better towing capabilities?

2019 Mitsubishi Triton vs Isuzu D-Max vs Nissan Navara 4×4 comparison review
With a few tweaks and a new face, how does Mitsubishi’s strong-selling Triton stack up against its immediate class rivals?

2019 Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate 580 vs Mercedes-Benz X350d comparison 4×4 review
Merc slots in its own diesel V6 to take on the mighty Amarok. Let the battle begin.

2019 Volkswagen Amarok Ultimate 580 vs Mercedes-Benz X350d: video review
V6-powered Germans rock the top-end dual-cab segment.

2019 Ford Everest vs Holden Trailblazer 4×4 comparison review
Can a ‘little’ 2.0-litre diesel work in a big and relatively heavy 4×4 like the Ford Everest? We line it up against Holden’s Trailblazer to find out.

2009 Land Rover Defender vs Nissan Patrol vs Toyota LandCruiser 76 Series vs LC200 4×4 comparison review
Old stagers, revamped models and brand new players head for the hills of Deua NP to battle their bush skills.

2009 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs Toyota LandCruiser 200 vs Mitsubishi Pajero 4×4 comparison review
We check out the three top-performing diesel wagons of 2009.

Top five 4×4 comparisons of 2018
Bigger, more expensive wagons are what our readers liked most in 2018.

2009 Toyota Prado GXL vs Nissan Pathfinder ST-L vs Mitsubishi Pajero GLS 4×4 comparison review
Putting Australia’s favourite 4×4 family wagons to the test.