Ram 1500 V-6
We've been towing a variety of RVs with a variety of trucks for the past 20 years. A couple of years ago we decided the economic picture indicated its time to pull the plug on our RV lifestyle so we s...
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The comment that the modern Ram pickup's 6 cylinder engine is no slant six with a 3 speed transmission, made me think about how far removed a modern power train is...compared to the old day power trains.
In our new car (2015 Impala),we have a similar engine...in design to the current Mopar V6. Our GM has 3.6 liters, DOHC V6...similar HP/Torque figures.
Through the combination of modern design, engineering, electronic engine management...I'm very impressed with how these modern engines, develop and maintain their HP/Torque figures throughout a very wide power band.
Couple that with a multi speed transmission and these modern, albeit small engines are truly impressive.
If I were in the marketplace for a full size pickup with moderate towing ability (my needs)...I wouldn't hesitate to seriously check out the Ram 1500, 4 door, 4WD. I'm specific on the equipment as I've considered these trucks for purchase.
In our new car (2015 Impala),we have a similar engine...in design to the current Mopar V6. Our GM has 3.6 liters, DOHC V6...similar HP/Torque figures.
Through the combination of modern design, engineering, electronic engine management...I'm very impressed with how these modern engines, develop and maintain their HP/Torque figures throughout a very wide power band.
Couple that with a multi speed transmission and these modern, albeit small engines are truly impressive.
If I were in the marketplace for a full size pickup with moderate towing ability (my needs)...I wouldn't hesitate to seriously check out the Ram 1500, 4 door, 4WD. I'm specific on the equipment as I've considered these trucks for purchase.
