2001 Ford Ranger 4x4. Now how many 4x4 Ford rangers have you seen? 4x4 Ford Ranger. This Ford Ranger has a 4.0L V6 engine unlike the base 3.0L which cant haul too much and tend to brake down faster. With the 4x4 feature on this truck, You can haul almost anything with a V6 4.0L engine. this truck is a must if you want a gas saving hauling truck thats just right is size.