Horsepower is horsepower?
If that theory is true (in real circumstances), then a 385hp 6.7L Cummins diesel shouldn't spank a 381hp Toyota Tundra when both are tested 0-60 towing a 5740# boat. But it did. Must be the adva...
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The thread was a gas vs diesel debate. At altitude, the boosted Cummins excels. but if we're talking Forced Induction diesel, the more apt comparison is to the Eco. Price is most fairly compared by changing only the engine. The optional cummins costs $9K+ vs the Hemi.
Deals are everywhere, on everything, not just diesels.
Here's a Consumer Reports comment....
"The towing tests are where the EcoBoost proved its mettle. The twin-turbo V6 is quicker than the V8; that added performance aids merging into traffic, reducing the white-knuckle factor. Towing performance actually rivals that of some turbodiesel heavy-duty
¾-ton trucks. "
Deals are everywhere, on everything, not just diesels.
Here's a Consumer Reports comment....
"The towing tests are where the EcoBoost proved its mettle. The twin-turbo V6 is quicker than the V8; that added performance aids merging into traffic, reducing the white-knuckle factor. Towing performance actually rivals that of some turbodiesel heavy-duty
¾-ton trucks. "
