Bob,
The difference between the 318 and 360 is only around 15hp, and 35lbs. of
torque; not much difference. (I don't remember the gas mileage difference.)
You didn't mention whether you are looking at a 2WD, 4WD, or a std., auto
tranny. I average 18-19mpg with my std. 2WD, and am pleased with the
performance. Of course your mileage is going to depend on your style of
driving, and you can add modifications to either engine to up your
performance.
Guess it really boils down to what you want most. More power, or more
economy. I believe you have your answer in the second sentence of your
post. "Wanted the power, but also decent mpg." You just described the 318.
More power than the V6, better gas mileage that the 360.
Rich - Ashburn, VA
-----Original Message-----
From: Bob H [mailto:torch@triplet.net]
Sent: Sunday, March 07, 1999 8:43 PM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: DML: 318vs360
With this talk about the 360 coming out in non-R/T pkgs on the CC, was
wondering if I got the right motor. Wanted the power, but also decent mpg.
Is there much diff between the 2 motors? Planning on headers, air filter,
and cat backs mainly to help with the mpg. Will I be happy with the 318?
Need a little input from you V8 guys/gals out there. And is that rumor or
fact that the 360 will be in the CCs for 2000? Think I am getting the order
jitters...Input please.
Bob Hardt
Aiken,SC
99 Black Dakota CC 5.2 Auto
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