Frequently Asked Questions About Used Diesel Trucks
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Do diesel truck engines last
longer?
Yes, diesel truck engines tend to last
longer than their gasoline counterparts due to the heavy-duty engine blocks and
thicker cylinder walls used to offset high compression ratios. Diesel engines
also run at lower engine speeds while producing high torque output and utilize
a lubricant-style fuel that helps prevent friction, avoiding stressful heat or
wear on internal components. As a result, several Cummins®-powered Ram trucks
have reached over 1,000,000 miles traveled, providing proof of high build
quality through longevity.
Are diesel trucks more fuel
efficient?
Some diesel trucks are more efficient
than gasoline models because they extract more energy from fuel with their
higher compression ratio and can minimize fuel usage on the highway through low
engine speeds. And thanks to the usage of turbochargers, diesel engines can
increase the amount of air that enters the combustion chamber, providing
further efficiency. With diesel trucks capable of producing peak torque close
to idle speeds, you can keep cruising to your destination while on the
highway.
Which diesel truck gets the best
MPG?
Used diesel trucks like the full-size Ram
1500 are available in Trademan® HFE configurations that achieve an
EPA-estimated 33 MPG highway, rivaling many cars and SUVs with innovative
features like Active Air® Grill Shutters. While larger pickup trucks are exempt
from EPA fuel economy ratings due to their size, there are other full-size
options on the market, including diesel-powered GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet
Silverado 1500 trucks that can achieve up to an EPA-estimated 29 MPG
highway.
What diesel trucks are ready for
off-roading?
Some diesel-powered trucks, like the
mid-size Jeep® Gladiator with the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6, come from the factory
with rugged four-wheel-drive trims ready for changing weather conditions and
road surfaces. With up to 11.6 inches of ground clearance, used Jeep Gladiator
models provide legendary capability in the woods or along the river. Plus, Ram
2500 trucks are available in a Rebel trim with Bilstein® Gas-Charged Shocks
with Five-Link Rear Coil Suspension to enhance your excursions.
Do diesel trucks have more torque and
towing power?
Diesel trucks can produce more torque
than gasoline engines, allowing them to tow loads with higher rolling
resistance. Diesel engines produce far more torque than horsepower, reducing
the energy needed to move heavy trailers through the hills surrounding our region.
Used trucks such as the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, Ford F-350 Super Duty, and
Ram 3500 all offer diesel powertrains with maximum towing capacities of over
35,000 pounds.
Which Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 models
have diesel engines?
Some used Ram 1500 trucks are available
with a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 that produces 260 horsepower and up to 480
pound-feet of torque, with adequate performance on and off the pavement. Ram
2500 models are available with a 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo Diesel that produces
up to 370 horsepower and 850 pound-feet of torque. Ram 3500 models often
highlight two available Cummins® engines, with the latest revision being an
optional High-Output 6.7-liter Cummins® Turbo Diesel that produces up to 420
horsepower and 1,075 pound-feet of torque.
