JT v. Taco: Which is objectively built better? 2021 Gladiator vs 2021 Tacoma comparison review by owner

[CJ5w4wdSmokyOnMyTail]

Our anecdotal opinions are nearly worthless. Stat vs stat, which truck has stronger components? Better performance? The U.S built Gladiator or the Mexican Tacoma? One man who owns and likes both breaks it down by the numbers in this video:

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[Hootbro]

That is a interesting data dump and comparison but what does it really mean? That is like comparing a German Shepard to a Dachshund and asking which is the better dog? Both are dogs but they were bred for different intended end uses. Same with the Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma.

 

[Minty JL]

I watched that video about a week ago.

Stats are great, but subjective in the application of use

 

[PlayfulBird]

TBH the way the trucks sit there I would consider his Taco, but to get there... f me
I mean buy a rubi, put 35s and go... later lift it, 37s, re-gear and go, or thrash it replace axles, 40s, regear and go...
Taco out the box is not my kinda truck, then I would go tundra/f250/2500 and so on

 

[sharpsicle]

That is a interest data dump and comparison but what does it really mean? That is like comparing a German Shepard to a Dashund and asking which is the better dog? Both are dogs but they were bred for different intended end uses. Same with the Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma.

I would disagree. They're competitors, they're made to be compared.

 

[PlayfulBird]

I would disagree. They're competitors, they're made to be compared.

Careful there buddy. A birdi told me that in todays political correctness no one's a competitor and everyone's a winner !
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[Artsifrtsi]

Careful there buddy. A birdi told me that in todays political correctness no one's a competitor and everyone's a winner !
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2nd place is just the first loser...

 

[AmishMike]

We had 5 Toyota Hi-Lux's over the years, all 2wd, all worked like dogs. Extra rear spring leaves, 12 ply bias-ply tires, angry old Guinea behind the wheel. One frame broken in half. Good stuff.

Taco vs. Gladiator, who cares. Any body on the trail can be a friend. Besides plenty of D.B.'s drive Gladiators too. I do.

 

[chorky]

That is a interest data dump and comparison but what does it really mean? That is like comparing a German Shepard to a Dachshund and asking which is the better dog? Both are dogs but they were bred for different intended end uses. Same with the Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma.

I came in here just to see if someone said this. I find it interesting there is such a strong debate between the two. They are both great rigs, but I really think they are intended for different purposes. It's really hard to properly compare vehicles like that. I think that point can be proven by the simple fact that it is extremely difficult and very costly to modify a tacoma to the same specs that a Jeep can be right off the lot.

I think possibly a better statement or a more accurate comparison would be the NAME. Jeep OR Toyota.... Because if you really look at them, there's no way a Taco can be easily modified to the Jeep specs and tackle the trails Jeeps can easily overcome (without at least double or triple the cost) - as I"m watching an episode of Ozark Overland in Kansas right now... But, on the flip side, it would be awful hard to get a Jeep to have the same MPG and 'reliability' (although I think they're pretty darn reliable) as a Taco.

They are both great vehicles....and although they appeal to similar audiences of 'outdoors' people, they take sharp turns at 'let's go explore' vs 'let's go anywhere we want'. This is my observation....

 

[PlayfulBird]

Jeep got me hooked at the interior already and what can I say,... aftermarket

 

[AmishMike]

I mean, who doesn't like tacos.

A better thread would be taco vs. burrito

 

[sharpsicle]

I mean, who doesn't like tacos.

A better thread would be taco vs. burrito

That is a interest data dump and comparison but what does it really mean? That is like comparing a hamburger to a hotdog and asking which is the better meat delivery? Both are tailgate foods but they were cooked for different intended eating methods. Same with the taco and burrito.

/s

 

[AmishMike]

But what does it really mean? That is like comparing a hamburger to a hotdog and asking which is the better meat delivery? Both are tailgate foods but they were cooked for different intended end uses. Same with the taco and burrito.

/s

I started a new thread for the taco vs. burrito argument.
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/taco.66982/#post-1099008

Personally, I like burritos better when driving. They give me an unrealistic expectation of making less of a mess. Tacos are guaranteed to explode onto my shirt and into my lap.

 

[chorky]

Jeep got me hooked at the interior already and what can I say,... aftermarket

details? What's this all about???

 

[PlayfulBird]

details? What's this all about???

This is from https://www.carobotor.ca/?fbclid=IwAR1d6yw4g2QmIZMx9ZhdeHAlPoMZeS4gFKE5CzEl5aOMokEYZdB6cUjHyk8 a Canadian tech company. Sure they produce in Asia but still epic looking product imo.

Don't own one yet, waiting for the German Importer to get it and install it so I have warranty on it.
Know several people with the JK solutions and they love it.

Well I mean in general the amount of aftermarket options and support Jeep gets and how long the product lines are carried is epic. Not many brands that have so much options and still people refabbing oem type parts for old vehicles. It is a bit like the mustangs, still a lot of small businesses finding solutions.

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