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Originally Posted by roosterk0031
2.3 EB is going into the Explorer & mustangs so I would think it would be good base engine in the 150. 270 hp 300ft lbs torque. 2 less cylinders, 1 less turbo (assuming v6's are twins) seem like a good setup for 95% of US truck owners.
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Makes sense. And comparing it to a V6, there is an advantage due to the lower amount of internal frictions in a 4-cyl layout, increasing the efficiency.
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Originally Posted by Cobb
Now with the bigger trucks the smaller engine wont cut it if its being used for work vs a passenger vehicle.
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Gearing also plays an important role. Anyway, in many other markets, 4-cyl high-speed turbodiesels up to 3-litre have been widely used in work trucks up to Class 5 due to their lower purchase cost and lower tax incidences when compared to bigger engines. As you may know, in many countries the vehicles are taxed for their engine displacement.