(Though I think that was just an honest question about a particular part of the overall performance, knowing the range is important).
As is already evident Bill, I think not. Range may be important to you and me (I know for a fact it is to me). To our friend, the question was just an excuse/opportunity to slip in the "chicken" wisecrack.
Bedouin.
Blessed are those eyes that have seen more roads than any man! (Homer).