Ford releases fuel numbers for the new F-150

[jejeosborne]

My point was shoving trucks off a cliff is just as stupid as a test as a 280 foot drag race. Yeah, nobody could get there hands on a drag strip that day right?

I do agree the test was probably designed to favor and highlight the low rpm torque advantage of a boosted motor. A longer track would help the naturally aspirated motors get revved up to get in their torque band. The 2.7 ecoboost wouldn't fair as well but I think the 3.5 would still come out on top based on what I have seen in the past even with the heavier f150. The broad torque curve is hard to beat at the strip.

 

[TomSeller]

Who said I was going away ? ...........but as expected you continued your rant. By the way I fixed my typo about the "four banger" ecoboosts , my point was an engine the equivalent size of a 4 cyl when it comes to cc's and high rev needs.......but keep ranting ............SSDD

here is a 28.5L 4-banger. Yes, that decimal point is in the right spot

Hear the spine-tingling roar of a Fiat S76 engine fired up for the first time in a century - Mirror Online

 

[deerefan]

Thanks Deerefan for the breath of common sense , your right !

I am going to start a new thread here about engine sizing and some memories of old (The Little Red Express post above got me thinking it would be a more fun topic instead of this negative banter )

It just struck a nerve with me. I have been a member of TBN since 2005 and have learned a great deal from it's members, some of whom are in this thread and contributing to the banter. What happens is the thread gets pruned and/or shut down and people are not able to contribute useful information on an important topic. I learned a lot about the EB engine from DP, Jejeosborne and others and used their input when comparing trucks in 2013. Actually, it came down to an EB Ford and Tundra. The Tundra got the edge, fit our needs a little better. It is ok to be passionate about something- just do not attack someone whose viewpoint or opinion is different than yours. Everyone likes different things, which is why sites like TBN thrive. There is a lot of different brands and info on these brands here, making it a one stop shop.

 

[roadhunter]

Good thing it is the most configurable to order of the three. Get it how you want. I'm sure the other two offer trucks in that price range.

What exactly is this supposed to mean?

 

[deerefan]

This is least civilized, most hostile post in the thread in my opinion.

Your opinion. And since you took the time to read it and offer your opinion, did you take the time to deduce why it is hostile and uncivilized or what it just another attempt at a cheap shot thru a keyboard much like the other posts bashing other brands and folks who like those brands? Or maybe you just do not like being called out on participating in the behavior described in my post. I for one do not see where it is hostile or uncivilized- I did not threaten anyone, just simply pointed out how petty people can be over something as simple as a truck and how it negatively impacts useful threads.

 

[deerefan]

Good thing it is the most configurable to order of the three. Get it how you want. I'm sure the other two offer trucks in that price range.

You may have a point here. When I looked at the Fords last year, I was able to get the EB with 4 different gear sets, 5 trim levels, prices ranging from just over 30k to over 50k. We ended up looking at a 2wd XLT EB with 3.55 gears. The Tundra we bought has 4.30 gears, I think the only other gear available was 4.10. Ford definitely had more choices, both mechanically and trim levels.

 

[TomSeller]

Your opinion. And since you took the time to read it and offer your opinion, did you take the time to deduce why it is hostile and uncivilized or what it just another attempt at a cheap shot thru a keyboard much like the other posts bashing other brands and folks who like those brands? Or maybe you just do not like being called out on participating in the behavior described in my post. I for one do not see where it is hostile or uncivilized- I did not threaten anyone, just simply pointed out how petty people can be over something as simple as a truck and how it negatively impacts useful threads.

Thank you for not having potty mouth this time.

 

[jejeosborne]

What exactly is this supposed to mean?

Just like it sounds. You have more engine, trim packages, rear end options, payload options, mirror options, need I go on? Additionally most of the options are available a la cart which enabled me to order an xlt with cloth bench seats equipped like a lariat with the unwanted leather.

 

[jejeosborne]

Who said I was going away ? ...........but as expected you continued your rant. By the way I fixed my typo about the "four banger" ecoboosts , my point was an engine the equivalent size of a 4 cyl when it comes to cc's and high rev needs.......but keep ranting ............SSDD

Helpful hint. You can add "SSDD" to your signature so that you don't have to key it in on every post. It will save you some time which you can use researching the vehicles being discussed.

I fail to see myself repeating things. Hopefully i truly don't come across that way and add value with each post.

 

[roadhunter]

Just like it sounds. You have more engine, trim packages, rear end options, payload options, mirror options, need I go on? Additionally most of the options are available a la cart which enabled me to order an xlt with cloth bench seats equipped like a lariat with the unwanted leather.

So how many more engines does Ford offer compared to others?
How many trim packages?
Rear end options?
Payload options?
Mirror Options?

Yes go on. I'd like to see actual proof of this. It's easy to make statements like you did but actually proving it is a whole different ballgame.