2011 Ford F-150 V6 EcoBoost it a hit

Marc Lapine, marketing director of Ford, gave some figures on the F-150. Sales in this version are a little higher than expected after him. This engine came in January 2011 and that month, it represented 36% of sales and 40% of orders for F-150. Why does he walk? the rising price of gasoline probably explains but a quick comparison with the 5-liter V8 gives a clearer focus: the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 develops 365 horsepower, 569 Nm of torque, consumes 14.7 liters / 100 km in town and 10.69 L/100km highway. It tracet to 5136 kg. The 5-liter V8 develops 360 horsepower and 515 Nm of torque, consumes 15.68 L/100 km city and 11.2 L/100 km highway. It tows up to 4545 kg. The price difference between these two versions is seulemnt $ 750 for the V8, so is it necessary to draw a picture?

Via Automotive News