So the question for some is; do I really want to bounce around in that rattly diesel pickup every day,,when a lighter, less expensive truck will pull my tractor for the few times that I need to every year?
Theres 2 points you make, but they could be expanded into several other areas.
One point I would make is my truck doesnt bounce around or rattle (inside). Thats a thing of the past. Im on like my 30th diesel HD truck. In the latest versions, you go outside and it has a nice diesel snort, but inside, you barely hear anything. Theres little difference in the cabin enviroment between a diesel or gas pickup in terms of noise, or " rattle " as you call it. In fact, a gas truck with off road tires would make a lot more noise than todays diesel with quiet highway tires.
But the second point you make about pulling a small tractor around a few times a year is definitely a case for a light duty truck with a gas engine. I dont know what type of weight you are towing, though.
Youd never get your money back on a Powerstroke, Duramax or Cummins unless you tow heavy or drive 15,000 or more miles per year. In fact, it actually is bad NOT to run a diesel good and hard frequently. It allows soot to build up in the DPF.
I have no choice, there isnt a gas engine offered that will pull much more than 30,000lbs... even the vaunted 2.5L ecoboost
I'm pulling 44,000lbs 2 times a week so the choice is made for me.
Your choice sounds pretty easy, too.
