The stats for the 4.7 are HP 235, torque 295. The 5.2 HP 230, torque 300.
The 5.9 HP 250 and I'm guessing the torque is 325.
Jason
>
> If I remember correctly, the 4.7 is one of the engines in the
>recent movement to create more horsepower from smaller engines. This
>results in less torque unfortunately. I'm pretty sure it makes about the
>same horsepower as the 5.2...maybe even more. Remember, I'm not positive.
> Personally, I think the 5.2's are time tested and already have all
>the goodies ready-made. But, technology moves forward and they would not
>replace a time tested engine with a piece of crap. I'm sure these engines
>will not suck. I think they sound cool. More horsepower and probably
>better gas mileage. I also think that companies will jump on making
>aftermarket toys for these engines to be used on Dakotas, Jeeps, and
>probably Rams.
>
> As far as jeeps go, I knew a guy who had a large V8 in a wrangler,
>a 350 or something I believe that overtime actually like warped the frame
>of the jeep because it couldn't handle the power structurally.
>
>
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