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Originally Posted by cRiPpLe_rOoStEr
Hadn't it been for European displacement-based taxation schemes, wouldin't it be so much better to pick a bigger and lower-revving engine, matched to some taller gearing to get the job done instead of the 1.9TDI?
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I think it would be better. Also the miniature engines, like the most recent 3-cylinder turbos, are optimised to meet emissions in very tight operating conditions. Who cares what happens outside of those conditions?
Mercedes met Euro 4 standards with the OM642 diesel without the need of a DPF.
Anyway, regarding engine size vs tow rating:
The same Sprinter sold in Europe and North America has the same tow rating. However, they did not sell the 2.2 liter versions in North America. 2.2 versions die an early death when subjected to the abuse of towing heavy loads. 2.7's on the other hand still truck along.
We all know that most van drivers are not mechanically empathic at all
