Definitely a better engine choice for hauling heavy loads, but my Hemi and GM 5.3 can both handle my enclosed trailer (less than 3,000lbs loaded) easily and I don't put enough miles on them to justify the cost of the engine/transmission package.Lol, I actually bought it to pull our camper. Then we sold out camper. I'll probably sell it next year and go back to a 1500 Ram.