Global Pickup Trucks Bragging Rights
Well it looks like we caught the "US Disease" Mitsubishi with a brand new model and engine, say Their Pickup can tow 3.9 Tonnes(8,680lb) to put that into perspective, a Silverado HD Diesel is rated at...
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jus2shy wrote:
Personally, if they built a mid-size here in the US with over 300 turbocharged horses under the hood (diesel or gas) that had a payload of roughly 2500 to 3000 lbs and tow capacity of 12,000 lbs, and seating for 5 and a 6.5' pickup bed, I'd buy it. I really prefer a smaller vehicle over the larger ones. But then I also accept that I'm probably a minority in this regard since many go with the bigger is better approach.
Differences between a U.S. 1/2 ton and the Global " I Tonners" are
1. Almost the same size as the early 2000 1/2 tons
2 Exceptionally good Off Road as a standard vehicle
3 Close to 3/4 ton payloads
4 Vastly better fuel economy
Cons
1 Narrower than a U.S. 1/2 ton
2 Current models have a skittish ride if not loaded, but new models car like ride unloaded
3 Towing slightly less than a U.S. 1/2 Ton. Remember a Diesel 3/4 Ton F250 is rated
9,900lb bumper tow in Australia put that towing figure in perspective
