Jeep Rubicon Gladiator vs the Rubicon Trail
This was very painful to watch for a $55k truck. It appears Jeep should have lifted the Rubicon Gladiator a few more inches to compensate for its longer wheelbase. Link
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ksss wrote:
I dont think it is the most capabable midsize pickup. The ZR2 is more capable by way of electronic locking front and rear diffs, DSSV shocks, better approach and departure angles gas and diesel options. The only thing that the Gladiator has over the ZR2 is more tow capacity, but as far as stock offroad capability, it is not even close.
I thought the Jeep has electronic locking diffs in the Rubicon package. Also the Gladiator will have the EcoDiesel under the hood sometime next year. Also if off road means maximum axle articulation then the solid axles will perform better otherwise independent suspension has other benefits so it really depends on what type of off road use you have. For me personally axle articulation is not important as being able to soak up off road bumps.
