Freight Relocators

Buried in another thread on the forum, is the potential for a pretty informative discussion, one that may affect the purchasing decision of many current and future truck owners. The question? Which is the better Detroit engine today for a typical 80K or less trucking operation? The DD13 or the DD15? Both engines are more than capable of operating at 80K Gross. DD15 Horsepower: 450-505 Torque: 1250-1750 DD13 Horsepower: 350-505 Torque: 1250-1850 200 pounds less than the DD15 Keep in mind, we are not looking at past year models, but what is currently available now, and expected to be available in the near future. Given the basic numbers: Horsepower and Torque, the number favor the smaller DD13 due to the increased torque...