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6.2L V8 12-15mpg
385hp @ 5,500rpm
405tq @ 4,500rpm
6.8L V10 9-11mpg
362hp @ 4,750rpm
457tq @ 3,250rpm
Now let's look at the #'s at normal 60mph 2,500rpm cruising speeds instead of max power.....
6.2L
140hp
260tq
6.8L
165hp
330tq
I'd say the V10 is much better suited for HD motorhome use than the high rpm lovin V8. Looking at the dyno charts shows slightly more HP but tons more TQ which is exactly what MH's need..... New technology sounds good but doesn't look good on paper.
I'd also be willing to bet that any increase in fuel economy will be offset by the need for increased axle ratio thus more rpm for the V8.....
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