Ford F-150 V6s outselling V8 models

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Jun 7, 2011 | 02:46 PM

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OutsiderIROC-Z

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Re: Ford F-150 V6s outselling V8 models

My engine of choice is still the Hemi, like the 5.7L in my Jeep.

Jun 9, 2011 | 04:30 PM

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ZZtop

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Re: Ford F-150 V6s outselling V8 models

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Originally Posted by Z28x

Silverado 4x4 with the 5.3L is rated the same (15/21mpg) as the F-150 Ecoboost with 4x4.

5.3L is a great mix of power, economy, simplicity, and is less expensive.

It would be cool to see a new generation direct injected 5.3L, with variable valve timing or cam phasing, maybe with some sort of integrated manifolds like the 3.6L, lighter weight, etc. come out in the near future that was getting something close to 18/25mpg. Not sure that goal can be reached economically, but if it could, it would be awesome!

Jun 10, 2011 | 11:43 PM

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Chrisz24

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Re: Ford F-150 V6s outselling V8 models

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Originally Posted by Threxx

To be honest I'd definitely be a little scared of having a turbocharged 6 cylinder in a daily work truck... but Ford is really staking their reputation on this ecoboost configuration in their vehicles so obviously they believe it will be nearly as durable as a N/A engine.

I notice all ecoboost have the front plate mounted off center (better air circulation?) and I wonder how this truck would do if it had a plow or even a push bar mounted on the front?