ksss wrote:
I think they found the sweet spot on the hp/Tq spec. It is enough to keep 1/2 ton towing people happy and should return at or near or just over 30 mpg empty. The mpg is huge in this market, this is really where Nissan/Cummins dropped the ball. You cant deliver sub HD power but achieve the same mpg as the HD set for near same money. Nobody is buying that combo. Bring the power down so you can keep the chassis and powertrain lighter but still capable and deliver killer mpg. Hopefully they stay out of the sub 1500 pound payload area and all will be good.
I think Nissan was looking at the towing experience. A heavier truck equals a way better driving experience.
