6.2L Opinions
12-06-2011, 07:19 PM
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Love mine. The growl is awesome as well.
As to the HP and TQ numbers, they are about 10hp and 15 TQ less on 87 Octane. It is stated in the owners manual of trucks with the 6.2. Don't quote me on exact as I am not in it to look for exact numbers. Irregardless, even on 87 octane, it is fun to drive. I love it. The ECO was awesome as well as the 5.0. But Raptors come with 6.2 so that is what I have. I would buy the 6.2 in a non-raptor as well.
As to the HP and TQ numbers, they are about 10hp and 15 TQ less on 87 Octane. It is stated in the owners manual of trucks with the 6.2. Don't quote me on exact as I am not in it to look for exact numbers. Irregardless, even on 87 octane, it is fun to drive. I love it. The ECO was awesome as well as the 5.0. But Raptors come with 6.2 so that is what I have. I would buy the 6.2 in a non-raptor as well.
12-06-2011, 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Smokinjo
Love mine. The growl is awesome as well.
As to the HP and TQ numbers, they are about 10hp and 15 TQ less on 87 Octane. It is stated in the owners manual of trucks with the 6.2. Don't quote me on exact as I am not in it to look for exact numbers. Irregardless, even on 87 octane, it is fun to drive. I love it. The ECO was awesome as well as the 5.0. But Raptors come with 6.2 so that is what I have. I would buy the 6.2 in a non-raptor as well.
As to the HP and TQ numbers, they are about 10hp and 15 TQ less on 87 Octane. It is stated in the owners manual of trucks with the 6.2. Don't quote me on exact as I am not in it to look for exact numbers. Irregardless, even on 87 octane, it is fun to drive. I love it. The ECO was awesome as well as the 5.0. But Raptors come with 6.2 so that is what I have. I would buy the 6.2 in a non-raptor as well.
12-07-2011, 06:18 AM
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Definitely love the 2011 Lariat Limited. The 6.2l is a fantastic engine. I got mine last April and have 18K on it. The fuel economy over that span has averaged around 15, which includes roughly 40/60 city/highway. Due to the set-up of the Lariat Limited and HD editions, the tow rating (7500lbs) is way down compared to a regular Lariat with the 6.2l (11,500lbs). So, depending on what he will be towing, I would take that into consideration. Other than that...one unbelievalbe truck.
12-07-2011, 10:24 AM
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Add another to the happy list with a 6.2L Limited.
The only downside I see to the Limited is the letters on the bed, I wish they had just replaced "Lariat" in the F150 logo with "Limited".
The only downside I see to the Limited is the letters on the bed, I wish they had just replaced "Lariat" in the F150 logo with "Limited".
12-07-2011, 11:09 AM
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There are a couple that have removed the lettering with fishing line and goo gone. I had reservations about them at first but they have grown on me and I like them now.
12-07-2011, 01:56 PM
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Originally Posted by BassAckwards
It's old technology, but its bulletproof technology. Like stated earlier the LSx line of engines used by GM are all 2 valves and look how much power they put out with incredible reliability. Yeah you could put 3-4 valves in it and yeah you could do DOHC with Ti-VCT, but is it going to be as reliable?? I'm interested to see how the 5.0 performs over it's lifetime, and I'd be willing to bet my bottom dollar that a Ford 6.2 liter will give you less problems and last longer than the 5.0. Because if you think "more moving parts" produces >= "reliability" out of an engine I think you're crazy
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12-07-2011, 02:28 PM
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The 6.2L is faster at take off when you apply partial throttle; the Ecoboost can match that with more throttle.
The 6.2 is no match to the Ecoboost in the 4th to 6th gears range in normal driving; the Eco it's also stronger when going uphill on the highway, the 6.2 had to down shift, the Eco doesn't.
The 6.2 is a better choice for offroading since it has lots of torque at very low RPMs.
My observed mileage with the Raptor 6.2L was and average of 11/gal; the Ecoboost has been averaging 14.7/gal; this is with 325/60/18 A/T tires, one size up from the Raptor's 315's.
I towed about 7500 lbs for over 1600 miles with the Raptor and got an average of 9 mi/gal, at speeds of no more than 60 mi/hr. I haven't towed anything with the Ecoboost yet.
You have to keep in mind that the Ecoboost is turbocharged, so there are instances where you can feel the turbo lag. Every time the engine is spinning at low RPM, say below 1500, and you want immediate power, there is turbo lag; not a lot, but there is.
The 6.2L does require premium fuel to make maximum power; the Eco doesn't.
They're both great engines for different purposes.
12-07-2011, 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Bandala
I drove a 6.2L Raptor (SuperCab) for over a year and now have a CrewCab Ecoboost 4x4.
The 6.2L is faster at take off when you apply partial throttle; the Ecoboost can match that with more throttle.
The 6.2 is no match to the Ecoboost in the 4th to 6th gears range in normal driving; the Eco it's also stronger when going uphill on the highway, the 6.2 had to down shift, the Eco doesn't.
The 6.2 is a better choice for offroading since it has lots of torque at very low RPMs.
My observed mileage with the Raptor 6.2L was and average of 11/gal; the Ecoboost has been averaging 14.7/gal; this is with 325/60/18 A/T tires, one size up from the Raptor's 315's.
I towed about 7500 lbs for over 1600 miles with the Raptor and got an average of 9 mi/gal, at speeds of no more than 60 mi/hr. I haven't towed anything with the Ecoboost yet.
You have to keep in mind that the Ecoboost is turbocharged, so there are instances where you can feel the turbo lag. Every time the engine is spinning at low RPM, say below 1500, and you want immediate power, there is turbo lag; not a lot, but there is.
The 6.2L does require premium fuel to make maximum power; the Eco doesn't.
They're both great engines for different purposes.