New member and I’m looking to trade my Ram truck in for a new Elevation. I drove both motors listed above. My Ram has a 5.7 and when driving the 5.3 first, the difference was very noticeable, mind you I realize the Hemi is a larger displacement, but the lag with the 5.3 was pretty tough to take. When I got back to the dealer I took the 2.7 for a ride, again I hit the same interstate on ramp and noticed the 2.7 was way quicker getting up to speed. While I prefer the exhaust note of a v8, what’s with all the lag on the 5.3?
Does everyone that owns a 5.3 buy a Pedal Commander? Buying a new truck, I don’t want to void my warranty.
I mean even after the initial lag, the 5.3 just didn’t do it for me. I didn’t think the difference between the Hemi and the 5.3 would be THAT noticeable.
Im sure this won’t be a favorable topic but this will probably be the last vehicle I buy, I’d hate to regret buying a 4 cylinder even though I had no problem with the way it drives, just not a fan of a truck sounding like a sewing machine.
I have no desire to buy a diesel, I drive a tractor trailer for a living, I can’t stand DEF and the issues associated with it
Also not interested in the 6.2 due to fuel mileage, I’d prefer a little more then 10 mpg
Any help or insight would be appreciated, thanks