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I4 vs V6 which is tougher/more dependable

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by roycameron, Apr 30, 2011.

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which is tougher I4 or V6

Poll closed May 30, 2011.

  1. I4

    77 vote(s)
    42.5%

  2. V6

    104 vote(s)
    57.5%
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  1. Apr 30, 2011 at 7:48 PM
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    Lets see that I4 pull a 6500 LB trailer
     
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  2. Apr 30, 2011 at 7:52 PM
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    7500 is the max....
     
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  3. Apr 30, 2011 at 7:56 PM
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    same shit as everyone else
    The I-4 has less moving parts and will be easier to work on so I voted for it. But you will never see me driving it. I love my v6
     
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  4. Apr 30, 2011 at 8:33 PM
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    Sorry pal, max towing capacity 2011 V6 tow package 4X4 DCSB is 6400 LBS.
    Dont make the mistake of confusing this with the GCWR. They are two different things.
     
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  5. Apr 30, 2011 at 8:34 PM
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    The inside of my door say 7500 max towing.... Defectt!!
    *scratch that 6500*
     
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  6. Apr 30, 2011 at 8:37 PM
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    That is the GCWR number. NOT the max towing capacity.
    The max towing capacity for the I4 is 3500 LBS
    Read your owners manual.
     
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  7. Apr 30, 2011 at 8:38 PM
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    i did thats how i found out
     
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  8. Apr 30, 2011 at 8:49 PM
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    What year? I dont think any year Tacoma ever had a MAX TOWING CAPACITY over 6500 LBS. GCWR with V6 and tow pkg is 11,100 LBS. However, max towing cap is 6400 LBS
     
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  9. Apr 30, 2011 at 8:50 PM
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    no your right the GCWR is 7500 ilbs but in the manul it says max towing 6500 ilbs. 07 4.0l DCSB trd offroad with towing package
     
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  10. Apr 30, 2011 at 8:53 PM
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    why does that matter when it comes to dependability? it wasn't meant to two 6500 lbs...and yes it could. it wouldn't be fast, at all, but it could.

    is 6400 lbs a revised tow capacity? because my dad's 06 w/ towing package is rated at 6500 lbs.
     
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  11. Apr 30, 2011 at 9:04 PM
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    nooooooo

    the 1GR's don't even handle boost that well

    Iron Block 2TR> Aluminum Block 1GR :D
     
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  12. Apr 30, 2011 at 9:05 PM
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    My 2011 factory sales literature states max tow cap as 6400 lbs for the V6 tow pkg DCSB. I believe the OM states the same. It also states the V6 tow pkg DCLB as 6300 lbs.
     
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  13. Apr 30, 2011 at 9:07 PM
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    Mines quoting a 6500. Why would the Lb be less?
     
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    For that dumb comment.....lets see the 4.0 tow 11000 lb. your comment is invalid. So for you , back to the topic.... durability....not power. Read the thread title. If I wanted to pull 6500 lb...or 11k for that matter , i woulda kept my diesel.

    please keep up with the rest who are on topic.
     
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    the 09 + trucks have a heavier curb weight due to all the added airbags n crap so i'm thinking it's just a revised tow rating
     
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    I've had the 3.4 V6 automatic and now I have the 2.7L 4 cylinder manual and I love both motors.
    The manual helps with the 2.7 for sure. It gives you options on situations that an automatic may struggle in (Hills).

    The 2.7 gets about 3-4 mpg better in town than my v6 did.
    Haven't had any problems with either. Both are great!
     
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    My guess would be the DCLB is a heavier truck, therefore to keep the GCWR at 11,100 lbs it can only have a max tow of 6300......just a guess. Not sure.
     
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    my dad has a double cab long bed rated at 6500 lbs.
     
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    Chill dude, I was commenting on a different question
     
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    calm down man its just a thread.
     
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