Just recently purchased a 2002 'stang coupe, with about 49k miles on it. All is is excellent shape, and I have no complaints.
Just wondering though... I don't think anything is actually wrong with it, but it seems a little lacking in power when accelerating from a stop while going uphill. I've learned to get around it by giving it lots of gas initially, then easing-up on the accelerator as I come to the peak. This works fine, but strikes me as a bit hard on the engine.
Accelerating from a stop when level or downhill is fine, as well as uphill while already in motion.
This is just the standard V6; it's not a GT.
Any suggestions on inexpensive ways to improve the performance in these situations beating-up the engine? Not looking to turn it into a rocket, just want a little more punch uphill.
Thanks in advance.