Hemi versus Cummings diesel

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Sep 7, 2010 | 07:49 PM

racing Dad

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Hemi versus Cummings diesel

I have a 2002 ram 1500 with a 4.7 v8. I'm looking to buy a 35' Fifth wheel trailer.So i need to up grade to a newer year 2007 or 2008 dodge 2500 or 3500 ram but i am not sure if i should get one with the hemi or the cummings diesel. With fuel prices high but more torque with the diesel.Thanks for your help.

Sep 7, 2010 | 08:39 PM

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Welcome to Dodge Forum!! If I was towing a big load like that, I'd opt for the diesel...BTW, it's "Cummins", not "Cummings", just so ya know.

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Sep 7, 2010 | 09:29 PM

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The diesel might get better fuel mileage too. I know the older ones did. I don't know if the extra emissions stuff lowers the mileage on the new ones much.