Okay, so due to ever changing economic conditions I've half-ass made up my mind to trade in my 2004 1500 Q/C, 4.7L v8 with 5-speed manual for something smaller, still in the 1500 line. I've got a few questions, maybe I can make up my mind in a hurry
I've settled on a 2005 regular cab slt, I wanted the 6-speed but the dealership is saying I can't get one until later in the year (bummer), but I guess I can live with the auto (sure would be nicer in the city).
1. Gas mileage... What I currently get is very poor, 10.5 in town 19 on the highway (if I stay below 70), otherwise the top end starts tanking. My truck now has 3.55 gears, is there a better selection? Will I get better mileage on the smaller truck?
2. Size... Because of the line of work I'm in, I spend a lot of time in parking lots and garages, the extra set of doors on the q/c makes it a pain to maneuver sometimes, does it get better with the smaller truck?
3. Room... Now, I'm a big 'ol boy, I'm not going to lie. Am I going to be happy with a single cab? Will there be enough room in the front?
Please oh please, someone help
1. Gas mileage... What I currently get is very poor, 10.5 in town 19 on the highway (if I stay below 70), otherwise the top end starts tanking. My truck now has 3.55 gears, is there a better selection? Will I get better mileage on the smaller truck?
2. Size... Because of the line of work I'm in, I spend a lot of time in parking lots and garages, the extra set of doors on the q/c makes it a pain to maneuver sometimes, does it get better with the smaller truck?
3. Room... Now, I'm a big 'ol boy, I'm not going to lie. Am I going to be happy with a single cab? Will there be enough room in the front?
Please oh please, someone help