Does A 307 Gear Ratio In A 4x4 Impede Uphill Highway Speed?

Question

My truck goes slow up hills on the highway.

Answer 1

I have 3.07's in my pickup.  I use the stock tires and it has a manual transmission.  Its no speed demon going uphill. but when I easily get 25+ mpg, driving it around hauling stuff  I'm not complaining.

Answer 2

shouldn't. what vehicle and engine are we talking about? on a larger diesel a 3.07 wouldnt be a prob at all. on a 4 cyl small truck with larger tires, it would make a huge difference...you'd be passed by bicycles!!!

Answer 3

either the tires are too big or it needs a tuneup..

Answer 4

As C.M.R. says, it depends on how much torque you have on hand.

Answer 5

Yes, and again does depend upon the engine power, Have that in my Suburban and can see 20 MPG at 55 MPH and 17-18 at 70,,,so kind of a trade off. New six speed transmissions solve the best of both worlds.