So I Drove Another Mojave Today…….

[Joe Gladiator]

i came from modded diesels Rams last 20yrs so im not expecting that power but this V6 is under powered IMO, its an auto and when its in 3rd gear i feel the need to go out and push. But i will test drive a newer model and see if theres a differance now that you got me thinking ...

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[jay21mojave]

Jumping back in.. I run the Banks Pedal Monster, 35s Automatic. I can light the rears up with just off idle hit it.. did away completely with any start off lag..and strong thru all the gears. BTW.. look up the HP on the 5.7L hemi.. almost the same as the 3.6L the difference is the Torque #s.

 

[JW Jeep]

So ever since I have had my 21 Mojave I have always felt like as far as power, it had that “Couldn’t pull a greasy string out of a gnats ass” kind of power. With that said, I drove another 21 Mojave today and Shazam! That thing moved out like a scalded dog! What in the heck?! Could there be that much inconsistency in power? Has anyone else experienced this?

Well I don’t have a Mojave so not Apples to apples and also have highway tires. I have higher gears though. All considered better not test drive the overland or you will be even more disappointed. I have 3000 miles and it runs great. Just saying ?

 

[bleda2002]

Jumping back in.. I run the Banks Pedal Monster, 35s Automatic. I can light the rears up with just off idle hit it.. did away completely with any start off lag..and strong thru all the gears. BTW.. look up the HP on the 5.7L hemi.. almost the same as the 3.6L the difference is the Torque #s.

395 hp and 410 ft lbs, it's in a completely different league compared to the 3.6s 285 260lbft

 

[Glad17]

I have but it has driven this way since day one new off the lot. I honestly am shocked at the difference.

how long did you run it stock before adding bigger tires

 

[Bonanza]

Make no mistake: The pentastar was mildly impressive in 2012. In 2023, it's far and away the back of the pack in terms of power. It's not good on gas, either. There is never a time I've felt the gladiator was too fast, too powerful, or too efficient. I'm not pleased with the engine screaming at 4k while towing because that's where it's odd powerband is. Even with 50 additional hp/tq and 5 mpg across the board it would still be a dog. The 392s are fawned over because that is the power that Jeeps should have.

That being said....

I'll take reliability over power and speed anyday. I've never had so much of a hiccup with 3 pentastar powered vehicles. I'm certainly not worried about overpowering the axleshafts, pinion, or driveshafts. I'm not terribly concerned that the gladiator is slow. I think perhaps the Ford Ranger has the right power specs for a midsize truck, but the rest of the field is about the same as the gladiator.

 

[HouseOfWolves]

I am guessing you are experiencing the same as when you fuck someone else's wife.

That's fucking hilarious

 

[Toyfrog]

Did you get the PCM updates?

I have a 21 Mojave and I think it’s kinda slower than my buddy’s lifted Rubi. Was there an TBS or something about a PCM update?

 

[Toyfrog]

I’ve had two recall updates done so far on my 21. Recalls came in the mail.

Do you happen to know when yours was built? I ordered mine in early January of 21 and took delivery mid February. Haven’t received anything in the mail as far as recall, just extended warranty crap. Thanks

 

[Chunky White]

Make no mistake: The pentastar was mildly impressive in 2012. In 2023, it's far and away the back of the pack in terms of power. It's not good on gas, either. There is never a time I've felt the gladiator was too fast, too powerful, or too efficient. I'm not pleased with the engine screaming at 4k while towing because that's where it's odd powerband is. Even with 50 additional hp/tq and 5 mpg across the board it would still be a dog. The 392s are fawned over because that is the power that Jeeps should have.

That being said....

I'll take reliability over power and speed anyday. I've never had so much of a hiccup with 3 pentastar powered vehicles. I'm certainly not worried about overpowering the axleshafts, pinion, or driveshafts. I'm not terribly concerned that the gladiator is slow. I think perhaps the Ford Ranger has the right power specs for a midsize truck, but the rest of the field is about the same as the gladiator.

The outgoing colorado and canyon are the quickest of the bunch and the 2023 with 310hp and 430tq should be even quicker. I will add a pedal commader or similar to see if that makes a difference on the Gladiator

The Gladiator is the slowest vehicle I have owned in the past 12 or so years but seem fine around town. I only wish for more power when I am on the hilly interstates nearby.

 

[TroutFishingInAmerica]

I don't think it's necessarily lack of power that people complain about, it's the lower rpm bottom end grunt and torque that some want and is missing. This likes to be twisted a little bit more to come alive, once you figure it out life is good.

 

[SC Doberman]

how long did you run it stock before adding bigger tires

10k miles. It has 12k on it now. It’s only a weekend driver.

 

[Chunky White]

I don't think it's necessarily lack of power that people complain about, it's the lower rpm bottom end grunt and torque that some want and is missing. This likes to be twisted a little bit more to come alive, once you figure it out life is good.

I feel like the acceleration is not any better at full throttle than it is at half. The Grand Cherokee I had with the same engine was the same way but obviously was a little quicker because of smaller tires. Hell 12 years ago the Gladiator would have kept up with most vehicles.

 

[PlayfulBird]

I feel like the acceleration is not any better at full throttle than it is at half. The Grand Cherokee I had with the same engine was the same way but obviously was a little quicker because of smaller tires. Hell 12 years ago the Gladiator would have kept up with most vehicles.

Weird, when I put my foot down it sometimes jumps several gears like 7 to 2 and rips... no clue...

throttle position sensor?

 

[Artsifrtsi]

The outgoing colorado and canyon are the quickest of the bunch and the 2023 with 310hp and 430tq should be even quicker. I will add a pedal commader or similar to see if that makes a difference on the Gladiator

That is the only thing I miss about my 2017 Canyon... it was really quick stock! But the 2wd crew cab short box really sucked driving in the rain... on corners had to be careful to keep it from getting too ass happy. I LOVE how well the gladiator rides and handles much more than how the Canyon did.

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