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Well, if you are worried about the Turbo, there's Ford's 5L V8 which also has a good rep.
But it has less power at low rpms than the EcoB so, when towing, the engine will be running faster. Personally, I prefer the low rpm power of the 3.5L EcoBoost. We love ours and work it hard. But only about 50K miles so far.
If you are towing a lighter trailer, and buying a new 2015, you might also consider an F150 with the 2.7L EcoB. A lot of folks have been impressed with its capabilities. Or if good mileage while towing a lighter trailer is important, then the RAM 1500 with the EcoDiesel would be a good choice.
Point is: any of these trucks will be a major improvement for towing over your van. And these days, they are all very "car-like" in ride and comfort. (one of the reasons so many pickups are sold).
And like others have said: make sure the truck, or any vehicle, has enough PAYLOAD for your trailer.
But it has less power at low rpms than the EcoB so, when towing, the engine will be running faster. Personally, I prefer the low rpm power of the 3.5L EcoBoost. We love ours and work it hard. But only about 50K miles so far.
If you are towing a lighter trailer, and buying a new 2015, you might also consider an F150 with the 2.7L EcoB. A lot of folks have been impressed with its capabilities. Or if good mileage while towing a lighter trailer is important, then the RAM 1500 with the EcoDiesel would be a good choice.
Point is: any of these trucks will be a major improvement for towing over your van. And these days, they are all very "car-like" in ride and comfort. (one of the reasons so many pickups are sold).
And like others have said: make sure the truck, or any vehicle, has enough PAYLOAD for your trailer.
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