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What 6-cylinder truck gets the best gas mileage?

What 6-cylinder truck gets the best gas mileage?

The Ram 1500 is an excellent all-around truck, and it’s also one of the most fuel-efficient full-size trucks you can buy. The EPA estimate of 22 mpg combined for the Ram’s standard 3.6-liter V6 (in HFE spec) is actually higher than the combined ratings of many midsize trucks.

Why does a 3.73 gear burn more fuel?

For example with a 3.41 gear you maybe be at 1800 rpm in 6th gear on the highway at 80 miles per hour but with a 3.73 gear you would be at say 2100 rpm at the same speed 80 miles per hour in 6th gear. So you will be burning more fuel at the same highway speed because you are at a higher rpm.

What makes the gas mileage of a motorhome so bad?

Another huge factor in the awful gas mileage of this RV is the massive weight. Class A motorhomes on average weigh 35,000 pounds which is the equivalent of about 17.5 tons! This is a lot of vehicle weight that the engine has to pull, resulting in a LOT of work that the engine has to do in order to pull the vehicle which eats up your fuel.

Which is better for fuel economy 3.23s or 2.73s?

Switching from a set of 3.23s to 2.73s will lower your auto’s normal operating rpm range during driving which will translate to higher fuel economy for you the driver. The difference can be anywhere from a few mpg to several mpgs depending on how much of a smaller ratio you select.

Why does a diesel car get better gas mileage?

Because of this extra energy efficiency, diesel vehicles actually get 20%-35% better gas mileage than gasoline fueled vehicles. Because of this, diesel fueled vehicles can drive much further on the same tank of gas that a gasoline fueled vehicle might.

How much does a Chevy 280Z engine weigh?

With a measly curb. weight of around 2,800 lbs., the 280Z is a prime candidate for some amazing engine swaps and hobbyists have been throwing new engines into their 280Zs since its debut. Just about every possible engine swap you can think of for the 280z, someone has done it (or tried to) but some obviously work better than others.

Which is the best engine for a Datsun 280Z?

The 3.0 L engine is most well-known for its application in the Toyota Supra. The 2JZ is quite a popular choice for a 280Z engine swap for a few reasons. First of all, it works very well size-wise and is said to be a relatively simple swap to accomplish.

What’s the average gas mileage for a motorhome?

What is the average gas mileage for motorhomes? Class A Motorhomes –> 7-13 avg. mpg Class B Motorhomes –> 18-25 avg. mpg Class C Motorhomes –> 14-18 avg. mpg Different types of motorhomes are going to have different gas mileage because of their different sizes and builds.

Is the Nissan 280ZX Turbo a Nissan L28ET?

The L28ET is a direct descendant of the original L24 that features a greater displacement and turbocharged induction. The L28ET was originally produced for the Nissan 280ZX turbo. The L28ET was actually never sold in Japan due to sanctions by the Japanese Transportation Ministry and was only featured in the U.S. market 280ZX.

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Ruth Doyle