If you’ve purchased an F-150 in the last five years, you might have grappled with a pretty common question we field. Is the EcoBoost engine actually better than the V8? With improved technology, it’s safe to say that the EcoBoost engine from Ford is better than the old, trusty V8.
Since it was introduced in 2010, the EcoBoost engine has been winning over Ford truck buyers. The EcoBoost engine stands proud with additional horsepower, torque, and fuel economy. EcoBoost engines have better towing capability than the old V8. The EcoBoost can provide quick acceleration — similar to that of a diesel engine — when called upon.
Just because the EcoBoost engine is a real improvement in engine technology, doesn’t mean that buying a new or used V8 is a bad idea! The V8 engine is still fun to drive! V8 engines, specifically ones found in the F-150, provide the vintage snarl and growls that truck enthusiasts love! During the early days of the EcoBoost engine, folks still moved towards the V8 for its proven capability and reliability.
After over a half-decade on the road, the EcoBoost engine have proven their reliability. If you stop into Sherwood Ford to take a test drive, we’d highly encourage you to sample a few different models to see how they feel behind the wheel. When it comes to engine capability, no one does it better than the Ford F-150 — still the most popular vehicle in Canada!
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