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Old 03-05-2012, 02:45 AM
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Originally Posted by giddygoat View Post
That would figure to be about 9.4 mpg, big difference... maybe due to extended idle time or towing? Recently read a comparsion on the 2012 models, they rated the GM as the best for road manors, but the Ford had a much better torque curve, the Dodge inline six was much lower in HP and torque, they complained the suspension was undersized for the weight. But the Dodge did not have to use urea, mileage suffered because of it.
well if i ever was in the market to buy a diesel truck i'd be happy to know that since i'd probably pick up a 6.7 cummins that this same motor is powering my buddys fwa ford new holland tractor. you'll never see any dmax or ford built diesel in a ag or industrial application

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