MotorTrend Tests the 1500's
The article The resident RAM and EcoDiesel haters might not want to read this.
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I wonder what the acceleration of the base model V6's are with the same 7000 pound trailer? The Chevy 5.3L with 115 more hp than the Ecodiesel is very close 0-40mph towing and only 0.2s slower over a quarter mile. I suspect your lesser torque 300hp V6 won't fare too well.
I don't understand why Hybridhunter dismisses the subjective feel of driving any vehicle with peak torque in the 2000rpm range like the Ecoboosts and every turbocharged diesel. It is very pleasant to accelerate briskly when peak torque is right where then engine typically runs, 1500-2500rpm. No waiting for double, triple gear downshifts (or 5 gears in an 8-spd), just boost - now. I understand the economics of a diesel don't make sense for 95% of even half ton owners. I agree payload for all 2009+ Ram half tons doesn't work for most RVers. But bench racing WOT acceleration plays little part is the real world of vehicle owners, even towing.
Regardless, everyone knows where you stand on the ED. Despite all the statistics, Ram sells more of them than Ford/GM/Ram base V6s combined with at least 50% higher transaction prices.
I don't understand why Hybridhunter dismisses the subjective feel of driving any vehicle with peak torque in the 2000rpm range like the Ecoboosts and every turbocharged diesel. It is very pleasant to accelerate briskly when peak torque is right where then engine typically runs, 1500-2500rpm. No waiting for double, triple gear downshifts (or 5 gears in an 8-spd), just boost - now. I understand the economics of a diesel don't make sense for 95% of even half ton owners. I agree payload for all 2009+ Ram half tons doesn't work for most RVers. But bench racing WOT acceleration plays little part is the real world of vehicle owners, even towing.
Regardless, everyone knows where you stand on the ED. Despite all the statistics, Ram sells more of them than Ford/GM/Ram base V6s combined with at least 50% higher transaction prices.
