v6 or v8?
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v6 or v8?
hi I am looking for 04 0r up to 06 reg cab sb f150 just starting to look. I think I know what I want but have not test drove anything yet just started watching the paper etc I know I want auto trans but what about v6 or v8 ? I have always had a v8 in a truck but would I be happy with a v6? I don't tow and would be used for small things but don't know if i would be happy does the v6 wine alot? what v8 in these year trucks is the best? anything i should look out for in these year trucks? thanks dwight
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I'd suggest looking at the 4.6L V8. It's the smaller of the two available V8s, and should suffice just fine for most regular driving.
The 5.4L is the biggest V8 they put in these trucks, and is a great motor, but is really only needed when you expect to tow.
Either way, don't expect it to drive like a mustang like so many on this board!
The 5.4L is the biggest V8 they put in these trucks, and is a great motor, but is really only needed when you expect to tow.
Either way, don't expect it to drive like a mustang like so many on this board!
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Originally Posted by Crazy001
Either way, don't expect it to drive like a mustang like so many on this board!
I've got me a go fast car (in sig) and the truck is for style and functionalitywhat are you going to use the truck for? a daily driver? work? mix of everything?
the V-6 is sorta bearable with a stick, but the auto is...not fun. the V-6 is actually getting phased out in 2009 since it has been determined un-needed as the 4.6 gets about the same MPG and has better HP/TQ #'s
the 4.6 is underpowered, and only gets about 1-2 mpg more than the 5.4. You WILL notice the difference between them.
the 5.4 is adequate power wise. but it isn't a tire melting screamer. just gobs of torque and a great "all around, good for everything" motor. actually, that describes all the F-150's, but more so when equipped with the 5.4
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V6 Or V8
thanks guys that what I was thinking that the v6 is going to cry with a auto trans I think the v8 is the way to go then .is there a year I should watch out for or somthing I should look for? thanks
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Buy the best truck at the best price you find. They all get about the same MPG but the differences in power is great. The 4.6 V8 has the longest track record and is dead reliable. My cousin has an 05 with 209,000 miles on it and it still has the original plugs. I get slightly more MPG on the interstate with my 5.4.
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go with the 5.4 the 4.6 was a worthy repalcement for the 302,as was the 5.4 for the 351,dont even bother w a 4.2,junk compared to its predecessor.buddy of mine ghas a 4.2 which only gets around 16,4.6 and 5.4 are pretty colse on gas mileage so id just go with the 5.4
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Originally Posted by high roller ford
thanks guys that what I was thinking that the v6 is going to cry with a auto trans I think the v8 is the way to go then .is there a year I should watch out for or somthing I should look for? thanks
I'm sure the 09's will have their own quirks.
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get the 5.4L
i owned a 4.6L and i get the same if not better MPG with my 07 with the 5.4 vs. my 01 i had with the 4.6L....
i got 14.5 around town with my 4.6L and i've gotten consistently 16.5 with my 07 5.4L on the same trip daily....
5.4L
i owned a 4.6L and i get the same if not better MPG with my 07 with the 5.4 vs. my 01 i had with the 4.6L....
i got 14.5 around town with my 4.6L and i've gotten consistently 16.5 with my 07 5.4L on the same trip daily....
5.4L
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Originally Posted by high roller ford
hi I am looking for 04 0r up to 06 reg cab sb f150 just starting to look. I think I know what I want but have not test drove anything yet just started watching the paper etc I know I want auto trans but what about v6 or v8 ? I have always had a v8 in a truck but would I be happy with a v6? I don't tow and would be used for small things but don't know if i would be happy does the v6 wine alot? what v8 in these year trucks is the best? anything i should look out for in these year trucks? thanks dwight
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Originally Posted by high roller ford
thanks guys that what I was thinking that the v6 is going to cry with a auto trans I think the v8 is the way to go then .is there a year I should watch out for or somthing I should look for? thanks
if you can spend the money, get a 06+. the problems have pretty much been ironed out by then. although, you can probably pick up a very nice 04/05 with 0 issues for pretty cheap...see if the dealer will give you an OASIS report for any truck you buy. the OASIS report is a Ford internal system that tracks repairs for each vehicle a dealership has seen
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I just finished truck shopping myself and one thing you didn't mention is if you're looking for 4 wheel drive. Sounds like most people are recommending the 5.4, but I don't believe Ford will put a 5.4 in a standard cab 4x2. Just something to keep in mind.
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Originally Posted by gui88ford
get the 5.4L
i owned a 4.6L and i get the same if not better MPG with my 07 with the 5.4 vs. my 01 i had with the 4.6L....
i got 14.5 around town with my 4.6L and i've gotten consistently 16.5 with my 07 5.4L on the same trip daily....
5.4L
i owned a 4.6L and i get the same if not better MPG with my 07 with the 5.4 vs. my 01 i had with the 4.6L....
i got 14.5 around town with my 4.6L and i've gotten consistently 16.5 with my 07 5.4L on the same trip daily....
5.4L
I followed him on a road trip, travelling the same speed and edged him by almost 3 mpg.
More economical engine + lighter curb weight + identical gearing = better gas mileage every time