New Motorhomes on Ford Transit Chassis
I've been looking at the new, small class C/B+/RUV motorhomes built on the Ford Transit Chassis 185-hp. 3.2L I5 diesel engine, 6-speed automatic overdrive transmission w/SelectShift. I'm comparing...
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mlts22 wrote:
I just wonder why the Ford RUVs are all diesels. The gasser engine is just as powerful, and might just be a nice alternative, especially because the generator has more run time for warmer climates (like Texas.)
The 3.7L has to rev to make its power. Under high load, it sucks fuel like a v10, which should be expected since it makes the same HP as the first gen. My work truck with he same motor would often be in single digits. And, some drivers don't like spinning their motors up. My sister really hated the lack of torque in Transit wagon she had for a week.
