tim and amy wrote:
Ok,
What are you guys arguing about? REALLY? Is this a contest of Ford Eco-boost vs Eco-diesel?
Lets get the facts straight here.
1. Eco-boost trucks average 16.5mpg with mixed city/hwy. That MPG is dependent on if you are burning ethanol fuel or not.
2. Eco-diesel is about the same mpg Wrong it's making 23 mixed
3. Both trucks on the hwy, with correct gearing, perfect temp and barometric pressures with flat topography will get mid to high 20's, no argument there.Wrong again the Ram makes 28-30 the Ford at best can make 24 per Ford.
4. Depending on where you live and how equipped you purchase your truck, will determine MPG numbers. Things such as winter blends, average temps, and altitude all play into to the efficiency of an engine. Same holds true for gas so whats your point?
5. The discussion of fuel cost difference is also a dig. If you read your manual you will find that Ford recommends you use premium fuel. It will give you the best fuel economy and is required for towing. It is not required only recommended and will affect the mileage.
6. So lets break down HybridHunters "15%" fuel savings.
I threw into my spread sheet both vehicles avg 20mpg over a one year 17,000 miles of usage. Current price in Utah for Diesel is $3.95 p/G and Premium is $3.75.
The diesel total annual fuel usage is $3,357.50
The gas total annual fuel usage is $3,187.50
A difference of $170.00 over 17,000 miles.
How about rerunning the ram numbers with 25 MPG and come beck with the true results.
I think that is a moot point, because at anytime either vehicle depending on fuel blends or how it is driven can achieve greater than 20mpg, but again that doesn't matter to anyone but the person who bought either truck and what it will be used for.
Even the Ford owners will tell you the Ford Eco-Boost will not can anywhere near the 24 HIGHWAY mileage Ford claimed it would make. The Eco-Diesel has been tested and shown to make 28 or better on the highway and this is by independent Auto/Truck people.
Don
