got the 4.7 and got all the options i wanted, love the truck and the engine has enough power for what i need it for

 

I have a 4.7 loaner at this time and it getting 4 mpg more then my hemi. Dont stone me, but I think it runs better then my hemi.

 

Remember that flex fuel has a lower BTU, so you will use more of it than conventional gasoline. The EPA numbers are likely based on gasoline for fuel, so expect worse fuel economy from flex fuel.

Secret Agent Man is right about the cost to product the two engines. I work for a large diesel engine manufacturer and with engines, you sell horsepower. More horsepower = more $$$$.

Ed

 

Usually 20% less for E85 vs straight gas

 

4.7 here, only because EVERYONE got lazy!!.. who wants a automatic in a truck anyways???? i just dont understand, but i got the 4.7 becuz i wanted a manual tranny, have no regrets

 

I have an 07 with a Hemi, during an oil change i got the opportunity to drive an 09 with the 4.7. So while i had it i thought i would try it out. In throttle situations what i drive my 07 in, the 4.7 seemed like it was going to go but left alot too be desired. Who knows why but to me it didnt feel like it had the power it was supposed to.

 

Drove the 4X4 4.7 w/3.55 gears...ran good, but as I'm "old school," the idea of a 4X4 with an open diff didn't appeal to me. The EGO thing kinda kicked in also and there happened to be a Hemi 4X4 w/3.92's available at a different dealership. My retirement home is on a Ozark hilltop that is accessible only by a dirt road and I pull a 14' tandem enclosed trailer with a Polaris Ranger inside from time to time...the extra torque and gears were more to my liking.

 

Hello, I have a stupid question. The 5.7L is a Hemi, so what is the 4.7L? If it's not a Hemi what is it called? Also, is the Hemi only available in the 5.7L, are any 4.7L Hemi's? Thanks!

 

Got he hemi. When I purchased it was a free upgrade. Besides there was not a big diff in fuel milage.

 

A "wedge" I guess.