Ram 1500 v6 vs v8

[Haskell_Hunter]

1 minute ago, JHbowhunter said:

what are you like - 17?

Yes.  Like you said, specs matter.  I ain't no old crust like you.  Old man.  Did your eco-Ford come with a free walker?

[JHbowhunter]

5 minutes ago, not on the rug said:

 

I know my V8 makes 555hp and 500lb ft of torque and I know the 2021 version of that build makes 617hp and 553 lb ft of torque.  

I am not seeing those specs in any 1500 series V8?

[OldMenRule]

At the soon to be price of $5/gal. get a Prius, a tent and call it a day. 

Edited March 16, 2021 by OldMenRule

[not on the rug]

1 minute ago, JHbowhunter said:

I am not seeing those specs in any 1500 series V8?

I was talking about my BMW and the 2021 build of the same motor.  

[electric10162]

9 minutes ago, JHbowhunter said:

Diesel

Yes Sir. And I'm never going back.

[not on the rug]

@Haskell_Hunterwhat's funny?  I'd rather tow most things with my car than most of the trucks out there. It's the short wheelbase that holds me back more than anything (and no brake controller) but definitely not the power. 

If I had a boat or backhoe to tow around, I'd buy a real truck with a big diesel motor.  I don't have any need for that in my life right now, so I will keep what I have

Edited March 16, 2021 by not on the rug

[Trykonkid11]

6.2 hemi 702hp 650lbs. Only cost you about 95k. [emoji23]


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[hammer4reel]

Jack let’s just put my contender and  trailer on your hitch .

‘after you jack up the bumper off the ground  you can see if you can pull it 10 feet .

 

[hammer4reel]

For OP , THE 8 CYL Dodge runs on four cylinders when it’s at the right rpm to do so .

no lag between it changing between 8/4 and back .

no way I would buy it with a 6

[Lunatic]

1 hour ago, mike033089 said:

Curious to hear from some guys who have a newer 18- present day ram V6.  Do you feel that it underperforms for you?  I’m thinking more of yard work, towing a Jon boat and several hundred lbs here and there.  Do you regret the lack of a v8. It won’t be a daily driver just when I need it and crappy weather. By having choices of a v6 it opens up a wide range of return leases.  Thanks 

For occasional light user like you, and in fact most truck owners, a V6 is more than enough. If you into a D. measuring contest then get a giant diesel engine. I can tow a Jon boat with my 4 cylinder Jeep Compass loaded with a couple hundred lb.  

[JHbowhunter]

14 minutes ago, not on the rug said:

I was talking about my BMW and the 2021 build of the same motor.  

must be awesome towing a big boat!

[JHbowhunter]

4 minutes ago, hammer4reel said:

Jack let’s just put my contender and  trailer on your hitch .

‘after you jack up the bumper off the ground  you can see if you can pull it 10 feet .

 

I don't have a dually!     My point to the OP was, if you want a v6, there is only one to buy.   RAM or CHEVY - get the 8

[not on the rug]

3 minutes ago, JHbowhunter said:

must be awesome towing a big boat!

I don't tow a big boat. Didn't I explain that already?  If I did, I'd buy a large truck, with a diesel motor and the proper gearing.

[Haskell_Hunter]

16 minutes ago, not on the rug said:

@Haskell_Hunterwhat's funny?  I'd rather tow most things with my car than most of the trucks out there. It's the short wheelbase that holds me back more than anything (and no brake controller) but definitely not the power. 

If I had a boat or backhoe to tow around, I'd buy a real truck with a big diesel motor.  I don't have any need for that in my life right now, so I will keep what I have

As you know there are many things that come into play when hauling.  Power, axle ratio, amount of rubber on the road, and the weight of your vehicle.  You might be able to haul it on a flat road, but get on a hill or add some wind to the mix and you'll be bouncing off of guard rails and other cars.

[toxo]

I have the V-6.  I tow a 14 foot deep v all over the place with no problems. When you step on it on the highway she goes!  For the average guy its fine!