GM targeting the Ford Raptor
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Re: GM targeting the Ford Raptor
At that price point, it'd still be $10k more than the Raptor... I like the idea, but the lower entry point of the Raptor is pretty awesome.
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Re: GM targeting the Ford Raptor
With everyone (Ford/Dodge) chasing the off road market shouldn't GM try to capitalize on the fast sport truck segment. How about putting the L92 6.2L in a 2WD regular & ext cab truck with 22" wheels and calling it Silverado 376 SS. They could even build a high end version with the LSA. Market is wide open for a product like that, while the off road segment is getting crowded.
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Re: GM targeting the Ford Raptor
With everyone (Ford/Dodge) chasing the off road market shouldn't GM try to capitalize on the fast sport truck segment. How about putting the L92 6.2L in a 2WD regular & ext cab truck with 22" wheels and calling it Silverado 376 SS. They could even build a high end version with the LSA. Market is wide open for a product like that, while the off road segment is getting crowded.
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Re: GM targeting the Ford Raptor
Well, considering that they would not be making the modifications for the truck, an outside company would, that would also raise the price.
As shown, expect $65K.
Now, what we will probably get, is a HD diesel "off-road" package, with front skid plates, a lift, and big wheels and tires. It will "look" like it can go off-road.
As shown, expect $65K.
Now, what we will probably get, is a HD diesel "off-road" package, with front skid plates, a lift, and big wheels and tires. It will "look" like it can go off-road.
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Re: GM targeting the Ford Raptor
Not in that truck it wouldn't. Even in a 1500-based off-roader, 300 hp / 520 lb-ft would be pretty tame next to the Raptor's new 400hp 6.2L.
But this truck is a jacked up 2500HD. It would weigh damn near 8000 lbs (if not more) as it sits in these pics.
IMO, that fact means it is NOT intended to be a Raptor competitor (at least not in direct capability terms), however badass the truck is.
But this truck is a jacked up 2500HD. It would weigh damn near 8000 lbs (if not more) as it sits in these pics.
IMO, that fact means it is NOT intended to be a Raptor competitor (at least not in direct capability terms), however badass the truck is.
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Re: GM targeting the Ford Raptor
With everyone (Ford/Dodge) chasing the off road market shouldn't GM try to capitalize on the fast sport truck segment. How about putting the L92 6.2L in a 2WD regular & ext cab truck with 22" wheels and calling it Silverado 376 SS. They could even build a high end version with the LSA. Market is wide open for a product like that, while the off road segment is getting crowded.
I know that a supercharged 6.2L will get better fuel economy and lower emissions than a naturally aspirated 7.0L while producing more power and torque, but that's not the point!
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Re: GM targeting the Ford Raptor
Why not use the Colorado for an offroad platform? I like trucks that can fit between trees.
5 or 6 cyl turbo or even diesel on a slightly lifted colorado with heavy duty shocks and drivetrain would be badass.
5 or 6 cyl turbo or even diesel on a slightly lifted colorado with heavy duty shocks and drivetrain would be badass.
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Re: GM targeting the Ford Raptor
Getting rid of that engine was a HUGE mistake.
The Raptor has 434 lb-ft of torque.Because then people would buy it. GMs goal is to make the Colorado as Sh!tty as possible so Chevy fans have to buy the more profitable Silverado.
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Re: GM targeting the Ford Raptor
I agree. Would have been awesome in the half tons and SUVs.
The Raptor has 434 lb-ft of torque.
Yes. Suppose that 300 hp / 520 lb-ft baby duramax were an option in the 1500 pickups. Do you think they would out-accelerate the same truck with the 403 hp 6.2L L92 engine? The baby Duramax wouldn't be a slouch, but I don't think you'd see 6.1 second 0-60 times.
Anyway, the bigger point was that the baby duramax would not be close to the Raptor's performace if the GM truck is an HD model, as this concept is. ~ 400 hp / 434 lb-ft in a ~6000 lb truck would beat 300 hp / 520 lb-ft in an 8000 lb truck.
The Raptor has 434 lb-ft of torque.
Anyway, the bigger point was that the baby duramax would not be close to the Raptor's performace if the GM truck is an HD model, as this concept is. ~ 400 hp / 434 lb-ft in a ~6000 lb truck would beat 300 hp / 520 lb-ft in an 8000 lb truck.
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Re: GM targeting the Ford Raptor
I agree. Would have been awesome in the half tons and SUVs.Yes. Suppose that 300 hp / 520 lb-ft baby duramax were an option in the 1500 pickups. Do you think they would out-accelerate the same truck with the 403 hp 6.2L L92 engine? The baby Duramax wouldn't be a slouch, but I don't think you'd see 6.1 second 0-60 times.
Anyway, the bigger point was that the baby duramax would not be close to the Raptor's performace if the GM truck is an HD model, as this concept is. ~ 400 hp / 434 lb-ft in a ~6000 lb truck would beat 300 hp / 520 lb-ft in an 8000 lb truck.
Anyway, the bigger point was that the baby duramax would not be close to the Raptor's performace if the GM truck is an HD model, as this concept is. ~ 400 hp / 434 lb-ft in a ~6000 lb truck would beat 300 hp / 520 lb-ft in an 8000 lb truck.
