Based on that, I'd say you'll be more than happy with the 2.3.If 95% of my use of this truck as a DD not towing anything is that hp/torque difference going to be that noticable? Am I going to be disappointed in my 2 door being under powered?
I'm a 2.3l Ranger owner in my late 50's. In my younger days I'd easily go through AT LEAST 4 sets of rear tires to every front set. We'd go street racing every single Fri/Sat night. I grew up on big V8's with big lumpy cams. Except for my very 1st vehicle (in 78), I've never owned a 4 banger.
The 2.3 has absolutely shocked me. It's an amazing motor for it's size.
That being said, I personally would get the 2.7, but only because I tow about 6000lbs through the mountains semi-regularly. If I didn't do mountainous towing, I'd have no desire for the 2.7. Although that's a moot point, because the Bronco can't tow that much.
Even if you did tow, the measly amount the Bronco can handle wouldn't phase the 2.3.
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