Originally posted by fastcougar:
Originally posted by Stazi:
Turbo + 3L (or 2.5L) >> Duratec 3.5L

Compared to the compition of similar size, the 3.5L is actually pretty weak. Ford needs to step up to the plate and put some power in their lineup! Their designs are "blah" and their power is lacking ... Ford better pick it up of they will drop a spot in market share to Toyota.



I disagree. Who is making a 3.5L engine that totally eclipses the Duratec 3.5L in HP & TQ? And we're talking about midsize sedans here, so I'd rather not here the likes of 350Z's. The Lexus IS is the only one that comes to mind with it's 306hp. Then again, I believe they are starting in a bit of a higher price range. Sure there are a few that make 260 or maybe even 270HP, but the technology in the Duratec 35 looks much more advanced than those with the extra 10-20HP.

Mark

2000 Black CSVT 3.0L Hybrid - 206fwhp & 195fwtq