What 2002 Ford Ranger battery to buy

[Bruce Wrenn]

I've had 2 Rangers, and replaced the batteries in both of them. A 1997 2wd and presently a 2010 4wd. Both are/were 4.0l
The auto parts guides say a smaller then OEM size. Pull a large one out and stick in a smaller one. I don't go for that.
I went to Autozone and the computer showed the small one. I bought the larger batteries, same price. Just make sure the terminals are right. + - or - +

The same thing with my wifes's Taurus. Listings show a small one, even though the car is stuffed with electronics. I bought the larger one.
If the tray will fit the larger battery, get it.

Physical size and CCA don't always correspond. My Honda Civic used a battery that was half the size of the one in my truck. Both were Bosch Professional batteries and had the same CCA rating.

[Joyce Knights]

I actually prefer having my car be replaced by the dealer itself.