roadhunter
Elite Member
Yep. Obviously you have never compared the price between steel and aluminum. It's not even close.
Only Ram adopting the new tow ratings.
- Thread starter dodge man
- Start date
- Views: 11178
Yep. Obviously you have never compared the price between steel and aluminum. It's not even close.
fordmantpw
Veteran Member
If you are comparing pound for pound, of course. Steel is a lot heavier, and you need more weight for the same strength.
Now, if you compare strength, Al is not much higher. I think the total cost of the Al F150 is only about $400 more than the steel version. So, it's not really that far apart.
OP
dodge man
Super Star Member
I would expect the Ram Eco-diesel to use a lot less fuel than the Ford or Chevy. The more hills the bigger the difference would be. I also think you are correct, the cost per mile would balance out and be close though.
DarkBlack
Elite Member
fordmantpw
Veteran Member
I did, asking you a question trying to find out why you think it's 'buzzy', but you failed to answer that. Why the constant bashing on the 2.7L? You've seen nothing of it but one video, and it completely spanked the Ram in that video. So, why the hate? Why don't you do a little research before you start bashing. Geez!
My guess is that the torque peak (more of a plateau) is around 2500 RPM like the 3.5L EB.
roadhunter
Elite Member
Ford EcoBoost engine - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The 2.3L version of the EcoBoost engine debuted in the 2015 Lincoln MKC crossover. Based upon the 2.0L EcoBoost, the 2.3L engine produces 289 PS (213 kW; 285 hp) @5600 rpm, 305 lb·ft (414 N·m) @3000 rpm.
fordmantpw
Veteran Member
The 2.0L and 2.3L are I4 engines.
The 2.7L and 3.5L are V6's.
Here are the numbers on the 3.5L V6. I would expect the RPM to be similar for the truck-tuned 2.7L
Does that make you feel better DarkBlack?
The 2.7L and 3.5L are V6's.
Here are the numbers on the 3.5L V6. I would expect the RPM to be similar for the truck-tuned 2.7L
Does that make you feel better DarkBlack?
DarkBlack
Elite Member
I feel good.
I think your answer stinks. Why would post the #'s for the 3.5L when we are talking about the 2.7L:confused3:
I think your answer stinks. Why would post the #'s for the 3.5L when we are talking about the 2.7L:confused3:
roadhunter
Elite Member
Why is it that these threads always end up with a bunch of Ford smack talk? Have you noticed that? Happens every time. You guys are not here to have a conversation you are here to insult anything Dodge you possibly can and quite frankly the same reason why I have a hard time taking you guys seriously. If you don't have something nice to say, well you know the rest.
The reality is that most comparable trucks are pretty similar between the manufacturers. 1 might have 20 more HP and another might have 200 pounds more payload or tow rating but in reality they are likely within 5% of each others ratings in just about everything. No reason to get all worked up over what amounts to nothing and hijack a thread.
fordmantpw
Veteran Member
Because we don't have the actual numbers yet, so we are using an existing engine built off of a similar architecture as an example.
Seriously, are you doing anything other than bashing the Ford simply because it is a Ford? Open your eyes and your mind and you can see what's going on...Ford is releasing an awesome engine in an awesome truck. You're just hurt because it isn't your brand that's doing it.
