Which engine is better?
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Electro, both engines are based off of the same block. So, when it comes to long term performance, both are going to be on equal terms. As for mileage, both are within about a MPG of each other, with the scales leaning towards the 2.5L motor. Both will also give round about same power (obviously the 3.0L motor does make a little more power). Where the difference comes is the 3.0L motor makes lots more power in the lower RPMs where the 2.5L motor needs to be wound up first.
I think you will be happy with both engines. WHile the 3.0L motor is more desireable overall, you will find that it will have a higher price tag too when compared to a car with a 2.5L motor. So, take this advise and use it as you see fit.
I think you will be happy with both engines. WHile the 3.0L motor is more desireable overall, you will find that it will have a higher price tag too when compared to a car with a 2.5L motor. So, take this advise and use it as you see fit.
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Thanks for the information! It seems like the engine doesn't make much of a difference then.
One more question and you guys will probably mock me for this but humor me-- is the 'leaping cat' hood ornament delicate and is theft an appreciable problem? I realize this is not exactly an important issue but I worry enough about people messing up my 17 year old Isuzu Rodeo.
I know the Lincoln hood ornament on the Town Car is on a spring to make it less liable to break off.
One more question and you guys will probably mock me for this but humor me-- is the 'leaping cat' hood ornament delicate and is theft an appreciable problem? I realize this is not exactly an important issue but I worry enough about people messing up my 17 year old Isuzu Rodeo.
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The leaper is spring loaded and not delicate at all. It's actually pretty hefty, IMO. But it can certainly be stolen or broken off and you don't want to have to keep replacing them because they're not cheap. Everyone loves the leaper.
As for the engine choice, most people assume they'd rather have the 3.0, so it helps resale for sure.
As for the engine choice, most people assume they'd rather have the 3.0, so it helps resale for sure.
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Electro, I have owned 2 X types - first I had a 2.5 auto, my current X is a 3.0 manual. Honestly I don't think the engine is the big difference maker - I would take the manual trans. over the automatic any day. Don't get me wrong the 3.0 is the quicker of the 2 engines but IMO the auto trans holds back the cat a little to much.
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