What's a good, cheap pickup truck for me?

I'll be getting a truck soon, and I don't know what's best for me. I only have $6,500 to spend on whatever I get, and I was looking into a 2002-2005 Ford Ranger and a 2003ish Ford F150. Which is better overall? I'm 16 and work at a Village Inn, so I don't make much money and will be paying for my own gas. I'd like it to be an extended cab with 4 doors and at least 2 seats in the back, which is partly why I like the f150, because it has bench seats in the back.

Based on factors like MPG, how easy the truck is to handle, bells and whistles, etc., which truck is better for me, or do you have any other options that might also work?

P.S.-- The truck has to have no more than 110k miles on it already.

I would get the Ranger. But if you need the extra cab space or box space, get the f150. I have a S-10

Why a truck if gas us an issue?

Ex Cabs increase the price a lot so you are going to get an old worn out truck.

Hi well those old fords drink fuel time to be thinking smaller and european tally are older and can afford the fuel.

To be honest if you are paying on your own for the gas, buy a cheap car with a fraction of the budget. Then collect money for a cool truck