Ls2 vs ls3

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08-20-2012, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Ketchum

I went from a LS2 to a LS3. I found it to be a noticable difference. The 3 fuel mpg is a little lower.. But the power was noticeably more. From off idle to the rev limiter. My 6.0 ran good. But I was much more impressed with the 6.2. I would find it hard to return to a LS2.

I have no doubt 30 hp is noticeable in the right venue. But a set of gears would be more noticeable straight line or twisties. I doubt 10 cars here have seen 186 mph. Sure, you'll suffer some mpg, but so does the LS3 vs LS2.

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08-21-2012, 12:36 AM

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If you've considered the cars as a whole and the only difference is the engine then you should probably go LS3 if you can afford it.

However, if you're considering the engine choice as part of the overall package, condition, and cost is an issue then go with the best overall combination. It may turn out to be the LS2.

I have an 05 coupe Z51 M6. I picked it because at the time I purchased that was the best overall car I could afford and am completely happy with it.