fugawi wrote:
i know there have been other threads discussing towing capabilities and other pros/cons of the Hemi 6.4 vs the Cummins TD.
I would appreciate some input on whether you would prefer to have:
1. The extra payload of the Hemi, which is 3,280 lb, or about 880 lbs greater than the 2,360 lb payload of the Cummins; or
2. The extra towing stability of the Cummins, which weighs about 700+ lb more than the 6.4.
(Both assume 2500 4x4 Crew Cab with 6'4" bed,)
Either truck will handle my trailer fine. Current trailer is 4,400 lb loaded 19' bumper pull trailer. I might end up with a 9,000 lb loaded 30' bumper pull trailer.
However, I was thinking if I ever have six passengers and gear and the tongue weight, I might be pushing the 2,360 lb payload of the Cummins. In that case the extra payload capacity of the Hemi 6.4 would be nice.
On the other hand, most trips will be well under the 2,360 lb payload of the Cummins, and the extra 700+ lbs on the tow vehicle combined with the power of the Cummins would probably provide a more stable driving experience while towing?
A third option is a 3500 with Cummins which covers both payload and towing stability. However, I would prefer the ride of the 2500 for the 90% of driving time that will be unloaded.
Any insight would be appreciated!
P..S. Do you think either 2500 setup would drive well just dropping on the 4,400 lb trailer without weight distribution or sway control.
If it was me...I would take the nearly 10 grand the diesel costs over the Hemi and put it toward gas for trips. You can go a looong way on $10,000 dollars of gas.
Being the owner of a 5.7L hemi 2500 I cant imagine needing any more power than I've got already. And as for the 4.10 axles...just a fuel waster..The 3.73's that come standard are plenty hefty enough..especially with the six speed transmission.
I do agree with one poster that pointed out that the payload difference because of engine sizes is a bit of artifice and I think this applies to the axle ratio as well.
I know many of the "experts" here will disagree with this assessment. But in real engineering terms you've got plenty of reserve.
