The 2.7 was a aluminum body. The 3.5 is a steel body. So they aren't apples to apples for sure. But Motor Trend said the work was done by a emissions expert.
And except for towing MPG. Most 3.5 owners on this forum claim to be getting at or better MPG than EPA numbers.
I know I seem a little harsh on the 2.7. But Ford is trying to sell it on MPG and HP. In reality even the 3.5 isn't really good at both while towing. I see no reason why the 2.7 would do any better at towing.
Some would say it isn't going to be sold for it's towing ability. But you don't need 300 HP for driving around town. If your driving around town the lower priced 3.7 in a steel body which has apx. same MPG as the 2.7 aluminum body, would be the logical choice.
I guess one could say that the 2.7 is going to be marketed as a replacement for the 3.5 and the 3.7. But I find that hard to believe.
