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Crew/ Quadcab GMC, Ford, Dodge. I can't decide!!! HELP!!!
Well, it's come down to one thing. I want a crewcab/ quadcab 4WD pickup, but I'm at a loss as to whether I should go with the 2K1 Sierra 1500CC, 2K1 F150 LariatCC, or the 2K1 DakotaQC!!! I've test driven each of them, and still can't decide. I'm hoping I can get some enlightenment from everyone out there. Here's the gist: I only want this truck for driving. The most I "might" be pulling with it is a sport bike or jet ski. Nothing else. I also don't want to drain my wallet on gas. Now, I know the Sierra 1500 crew cab comes equipped with the 6.0 liter as standard (Damn the General for that!!!) and I can't find any specifics on the gas mileage!!! Even the dealer's invoices didn't show this!! The F150 is really nice, but didn't feel as big as the Sierra. The Dakota was okay considering it's size, but from the numbers, I would do better with either the Sierra or F150 because the gas mileage is basically the same or less on the Dakota. I'M STUMPED!!! Can anyone help me out in my decision at all??
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My advice is drive the ones you are considering and buy the one you like the best. The dealer always is part of the equation when choosing .
BWAHAHAHAHA!!
I just picked up a Dodge QC last week, and a couple of days later, a co-worker picked up the F150, and there's definitely a size difference. (Which also translates to how far a gallon of gas will take you).
I guess the question is what is going to be your ultimate use for this vehicle, and how much "stuff" do you wish to carry around?
The 1500HD would be my choice, but will it park where you need to park, and fit in your garage.
Hunter
I went with the Dodge Dakota Quad 4x4. See my profile for details.
If you review the gas mileage figures, virtually all 4x4's drink gas big time.
My daily commute to work is only 13 miles one way, so I was not really concerned about mpg figures.
This truck usually averages 16.5 mpg with mostly city/rural road driving. low 14, high 18.5. Seems to be getting better with use and warmer weather.
Basically what I was looking for, was a pickup truck, which could haul 4 adult size people and camping/fishing gear.
Being a mid-size truck, it is easy to manuever in traffic and parking lots. Coming from a small car, this truck is plenty big. I felt too over-whelmed in the full size trucks. Next truck may be full size though.
You'll have to decide on how you will use a truck, as far as people and cargo hauling goes.
good luck
Man, the Ram did pretty bad, but the F-150 suffered "complete failure" of the safety cage. One of the engineers basically said "if you own this truck, get rid of it."
Campo57
I expect to pick up another 1-2 mpg. This is better than I expected. Cruise speed was around
75-80mph.
Tom
4.7L V-8 AT (Tons of power for a mid-size truck)
At 10k miles, I got 18.5 on a 200 mile trip pulling a 14 ft boat/motor.
The return trip got 20.5 mpg. (65-75 MPH) no boat
Looks great: Pick-ups are all over, the Dakota isn't just another look-a-like. (If you don't like women checking you out, this isn't the truck for you)
4 full size doors - Don't discount this. A regular extended cab Chevy/Ford/Ram isn't like this. Check it out. Your passengers will pick the Dakota.
Smaller size: Do you live in a city?
(This can be a negative, the box is smaller)
My second choice would be the Chevy 1500 HD that is coming out this year.
Pros: Size, beautiful engine (4.7L), comfortable seats, looks, mileage, great ride comfort, saved $4-5000.
Cons: Short bed, F150SCrew 5.4L is probably a better towing setup.
If it meets your need, the F150 would be fine, but I suspect that you would find the QC a better match to your needs. Test drive them all and then make your call.
With the big rebate announced this week, it is the best deal for your application.
wlm,
I looked at ALL of them, too, from Super crew to Tundra. My needs are the same: Carry friends around with some comfort, live in LA, strong motor, respectable off-roadability, and not as long as a city block but the bed has to be longer than 5' (so I can put my at in it.) This is a truck for strictly play and play only.
After turning away the tundra (back bench seating is unacceptable!!!), the Dakota quad cab was about to my pick. However, the hide height is not good. Too short for me. Then I saw the all new Dodge Ram at the auto show earlier this year. Hot damn, it looks like the Dakota's dad. take a look at
http://www.mayoroftruckville.com/
http://www.geocities.com/moparman94/2002Ram.htm
http://www.charliesdodge.com/Default2.htm
http://www.4adodge.com/autoshow/index.html
Just in case you started feeling the same way I did.