GMC 5.3 or 6.2 Liter Engine?
Hi everyone, I am considering trading my Chevy Diesel for a 2014 GMC Gas. I no longer need a Diesel as we tow a 25 foot Travel Trailer rather than a Fifth Wheel. I have an option of 5.3 or a 6.2 Liter...
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mcsurveyor wrote:
I doubt anyone has driven the new 5.3 and the 6.2 isn't even available yet. That said, my old 5.3 towed 7000 lbs just fine. Obviously the 6.2 of any flavor would be better. The trouble will be finding a 2014 6.2 truck that isn't optioned/priced to the moon. The 5.3's will be everywhere. The 6.2 will be scarce.
That said, were I in the market for a 1/2 ton Chevy, I would look for a 6.2.
I know somebody who has logged many miles on the new 4.3! And has driven the old 6.2.
Depending on driving style and area, the 6.2 can achieve better economy then the 5.3 because it is a 3.1 in V4 mode. The 5.3 is only a 2.65 in V4 mode, and may not get there as often.
That is what is nice about the new 4.3 in V4 mode. It is bigger than the 5.3 in V4 mode.
For the weight that you are considering, I would suggest that you get whichever engine you want. You will have to wait for the new 6.2, or can go get the 5.3 now.
