Re: V6 power (mileage vs. V8)

From: mrdancer (mrdancer@camalott.com)
Date: Sat Mar 27 1999 - 12:13:44 EST


>From everything I've heard and read, day in and day out, on average, pound
for pound, the 3.9L V6 will get 1-2 mpg better than the 5.2L V8 - this
better mileage could be simply the result of less friction and rotational
mass throughout the driveline, not to mention a slightly lighter vehicle.

At this point, you just have to ask yourself "Is 1-2 mpg worth the sacrifice
in power?" If you do much towing, street racing, or are accustomed to
passing power, I'd suggest the V8.

'92 Dak CC 2wd 318 3.55
'84 GoldWing Interstate



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