1966 Crown Coupe, 2016 200 S AWD, 1962 Lark Daytona V8.
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Welcome to Allpar. The fuel economy between the 6-speed (62TE) and the 4-speed (41TE) automatic transaxles aren't that much different. The top gear ratios (overdrives) are about the same.
Where the 6-speed really shines is in the flexibility of the 2 extra ratios. The 'granny gear' 1st gear launch give the car a whole different feel with the added torque and closer-ratios over the wider-spaced ratios of the 41TE.
For awhile in 2010 (?) both transaxles were being supplied until fully converted over to the 62TE. The latest flash update followed by a quicklearn make for a strong, smooth-shifting automatic.
A heavier Sebring/Avenger 62TE will probably always be slower than the 2.5L Honda, but feel stronger/quicker than the 41TE.
Used rental car shopping probably gives you the best bang for the buck. Many Auto Auction dealers around here buy up used rental and lease/wholesale vehicles and most are a bargain. The later Calibers aren't bad either if you could live with and enjoy the CVT variable-ratio transaxle.
Where the 6-speed really shines is in the flexibility of the 2 extra ratios. The 'granny gear' 1st gear launch give the car a whole different feel with the added torque and closer-ratios over the wider-spaced ratios of the 41TE.
For awhile in 2010 (?) both transaxles were being supplied until fully converted over to the 62TE. The latest flash update followed by a quicklearn make for a strong, smooth-shifting automatic.
A heavier Sebring/Avenger 62TE will probably always be slower than the 2.5L Honda, but feel stronger/quicker than the 41TE.
Used rental car shopping probably gives you the best bang for the buck. Many Auto Auction dealers around here buy up used rental and lease/wholesale vehicles and most are a bargain. The later Calibers aren't bad either if you could live with and enjoy the CVT variable-ratio transaxle.