Looks like Chevy is stepping up
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Looks like Chevy is stepping up
PickupTrucks.com: 2009 Chevrolet Silverado Gains Gears, Engines and Fuel Economy
400+ hp in a 6.2 litre and a 5.3 pulling at least 20 mpg.
I didn't realize Dodge is expected to bring a 23mpg ram in 09? Which will have the Hemi 380+hp?
Wow, hope Ford brings something to the table along those lines 400 Hp and 20+ mpg is nothing to frown on!
400+ hp in a 6.2 litre and a 5.3 pulling at least 20 mpg.
I didn't realize Dodge is expected to bring a 23mpg ram in 09? Which will have the Hemi 380+hp?
Wow, hope Ford brings something to the table along those lines 400 Hp and 20+ mpg is nothing to frown on!
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PickupTrucks.com: 2009 Chevrolet Silverado Gains Gears, Engines and Fuel Economy
400+ hp in a 6.2 litre and a 5.3 pulling at least 20 mpg.
I didn't realize Dodge is expected to bring a 23mpg ram in 09? Which will have the Hemi 380+hp?
Wow, hope Ford brings something to the table along those lines 400 Hp and 20+ mpg is nothing to frown on!
400+ hp in a 6.2 litre and a 5.3 pulling at least 20 mpg.
I didn't realize Dodge is expected to bring a 23mpg ram in 09? Which will have the Hemi 380+hp?
Wow, hope Ford brings something to the table along those lines 400 Hp and 20+ mpg is nothing to frown on!
Jeff
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Those engines might put out 400 horsepower but I can guarantee you they do not get 20 plus miles to the gallon while putting out that much power. I do not care who makes an engine weather it is gas or diesel, it takes fuel and air to make horsepower, and the more you have the more fuel and air you are going to use.
Jeff
Jeff
Currently Ford has motor options. 1) an uncompetitive 5.4L WRT to HP and 2) lesser powered motors which are uncompetitive WRT economy.
Bill
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Hmm. The article refered to the 5.3 as the "heritage." I wonder if that means they are getting ready to drop it from the lineup. The GM 6.2 has Active Fuel Management, like the 5.3. I'm really surprised that Ford didn't redesign the 5.4 or release a new engine with a similar fuel saving feature along with the '09. Well at least Ford's '09 still gives a choice of axle ratio.
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I followed the link to the Chevy website and did a little study.
1. The 6.2L engine is only available in crew cabs and is rated at 19 mpg highway with 2WD and 18 mpg highway in 4WD models. It is also recommended you run on premium gasoline. I'd bet the economy and power will decrease on regular.
2. The 6.0L engine is only available on extended cab and crew cab pickups with trailering package.
3. The 5.3L engine has less HP and Torque than the Ford 5.4L is rumored to have for 2009.
4. I'd bet with the 6 speed auto transmission, the 5.4L Ford is EPA estimated at 20 MPG highway.
5. I'm not going to be writing Ford's obituary anytime soon; espcially since they haven't realeased any numbers.
6. the Chevrolet Pickups are still ugly as sin.
1. The 6.2L engine is only available in crew cabs and is rated at 19 mpg highway with 2WD and 18 mpg highway in 4WD models. It is also recommended you run on premium gasoline. I'd bet the economy and power will decrease on regular.
2. The 6.0L engine is only available on extended cab and crew cab pickups with trailering package.
3. The 5.3L engine has less HP and Torque than the Ford 5.4L is rumored to have for 2009.
4. I'd bet with the 6 speed auto transmission, the 5.4L Ford is EPA estimated at 20 MPG highway.
5. I'm not going to be writing Ford's obituary anytime soon; espcially since they haven't realeased any numbers.
6. the Chevrolet Pickups are still ugly as sin.
Last edited by hsfbfan; 06-11-2008 at 01:44 PM. Reason: additional info
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Most of the articles like that are for 2wd models. Plus most people calculate their mileage once or twice and say that what they get. 2 people I have asked claim 18-20 average. When I asked how often they figure it they both said when I went up north after I bought it...mostly highway miles. I also went out to Montana from Wisconsin with a buddy that has a Chebbie. We stopped for gas and I looked at the gallons pumped each time and we were VERY close. Some how he averaged 20-22 while I got 18-20...LOL. I have no clue as to the rearend gears in it.
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I just spoke to guy at work today that has an older GMC Denali extend cab pickup, and he has an hour commute (90% highway) and only get 14.5 mpgs. Reason why it's low because he has the 4.11 rear end in it.
The new 09 F150 will have new high gear rear ends available like 3.15 and 3.31 (have to double check the order guide though...)
The new 09 F150 will have new high gear rear ends available like 3.15 and 3.31 (have to double check the order guide though...)
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I followed the link to the Chevy website and did a little study.
1. The 6.2L engine is only available in crew cabs and is rated at 19 mpg highway with 2WD and 18 mpg highway in 4WD models. It is also recommended you run on premium gasoline. I'd bet the economy and power will decrease on regular.
2. The 6.0L engine is only available on extended cab and crew cab pickups with trailering package.
3. The 5.3L engine has less HP and Torque than the Ford 5.4L is rumored to have for 2009.
4. I'd bet with the 6 speed auto transmission, the 5.4L Ford is EPA estimated at 20 MPG highway.
5. I'm not going to be writing Ford's obituary anytime soon; espcially since they haven't realeased any numbers.
6. the Chevrolet Pickups are still ugly as sin.
1. The 6.2L engine is only available in crew cabs and is rated at 19 mpg highway with 2WD and 18 mpg highway in 4WD models. It is also recommended you run on premium gasoline. I'd bet the economy and power will decrease on regular.
2. The 6.0L engine is only available on extended cab and crew cab pickups with trailering package.
3. The 5.3L engine has less HP and Torque than the Ford 5.4L is rumored to have for 2009.
4. I'd bet with the 6 speed auto transmission, the 5.4L Ford is EPA estimated at 20 MPG highway.
5. I'm not going to be writing Ford's obituary anytime soon; espcially since they haven't realeased any numbers.
6. the Chevrolet Pickups are still ugly as sin.
Anyway, I don't care, I'll stick with my Fords.
Tim
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the point is, they have the option...
everyone on here is bitching about the 5.4 not getting 25mpg...