The issue is that manufacturers are scrambling to meet Corporate Average Fuel Economy ratings, and the gear ratio on the Power Wagon has changed from 4.56 to 4.10 despite being heavier than
the previous generation truck, to eke out every last mile per gallon.
Not exact matches
This is in stark contrast to the
previous generation, which looked very
truck - like and now appears dated on the road.
General Motors traditionally had a seven to 10 - year model cycle on its
previous -
generation trucks, but with competition heating up in the space, that model cycle has been shortened to just five years.
For our concept Bronco, we fused styling elements from
previous Bronco
generations, the 2004 Bronco concept, and modern Ford
trucks and SUVs.
The» 03's hoodline is four inches higher than the
previous -
generation while the bumper is two inches lower, better for car - to -
truck crash compatibility, Lincoln engineers say.
Critical Knowledge: All - new, fifth -
generation 2010 Toyota 4Runner retains body - on - frame,
truck - based designShares platform with the Toyota FJ CruiserTaller, wider and longer than the
previous 4RunnerNew bumpers, grille, head and tail lampsLarge diameter wheels and tiresCompletely redesigned, larger interior featuring unique cargo areaAvailable in three grades: SR5, Limited and TrailNew Trail model is designed to maximize off - road performance, features high ground clearance, a hood scoop, unique 17 - inch wheels, black outer mirrors, front and rear bumper guards and dark smoke treatment on the head and tail
Though we're not driving a GT, the current car is definitely a «grand tourer», something that could not be said for the
truck - like ride of the
previous generation.
Unlike the
previous truck - based model, this fourth -
generation Pathfinder, known as R52, is build on a car - based platform.
Oddly, Mercedes - Benz includes a 30 - pin connector for
previous -
generation iOS devices hardwired to the
truck; its USB port only works with USB drives.
Gone is the crosshair grille from the
previous generation, replaced with the letters R A M in big capital letters across the
truck's forehead.
The hood louvers of the
previous generation are gone and the hoods are steel, not aluminum like the 1/2 - ton GM
trucks.
The H3 had been in production from 2005 through 2010, sharing a platform with
trucks like the
previous -
generation Chevrolet Colorado and the GMC Canyon.
This
truck was completely redesigned from the
previous generation with similar, but more efficient engine options and more aerodynamic body styling.
Overall a much improved and refined vehicle - less
truck like than the
previous generation.
According to Mercedes — Benz officials statements, MP4 has a diesel fuel consumption 5 percent lower compared to an identical
truck with Euro 5 version, and if we relate to the
previous engine
generation, the economy exceeds 10 percent.
As you can see... the new Ridgeline brings more traditional
truck proportions and styling than the
previous generation... while retaining space efficiency, ride comfort and flexible utility that helped make the original Ridgeline both the Motor Trend
Truck of the Year... as well as the North American
Truck of the Year.
Unlike the
previous generation, the new model features a conventional
truck - shaped silhouette that's much more attractive than the old model, which sort of looked like the Pizza Hut logo when viewed from the side.
The Tacoma's 2016 revamp brought a new fascia and rear, but left the
truck's roof, doors, and sills intact from the
previous generation, after all.
This big
truck looks great versus the
previous three
generations of Cadillac full - size SUVs.
Because it rides on the new GM full - size
truck platform, the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado offers a markedly better ride - and - handling combination than the
previous generation.
The 2015 Ford F - 150 arrived last year with a greater focus on fuel economy than any
previous generation of the best - selling full - size pickup
truck.