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Full review @ http://www.fourwheeler.com/news/features/1907-nena-knows-jeeps-gladiator-comparison/
As for my expectations of the Gladiator overall, I must say it surpassed them. I was concerned that driving the Gladiator would feel like settling for mediocre capabilities in between the Wrangler and Power Wagon. It did not. The Gladiator made her own place and name. After 1,000 miles and five days behind the wheel, I came to the amazing conclusion that I didn't even notice how comfortable I was all week. Sparrow had served as my overlanding rig with seamless grace and ease. Like a perfectly attentive butler ready to provide whatever assistance you might require for your adventure, it seemed like everything fit perfectly, worked together perfectly, and even provided a few things I loved and didn't know I needed. Adaptive cruise control, front camera, select speed control, Off-Road Plus—all features not found on any of the other rigs in this comparison, except the Gladiator.
Pros and cons of the Power Wagon, Wrangler Rubicon, and Gladiator Rubicon—as they function in my world.
Power Wagon-09
Pros:
Hauling and towing capacity
Aerodynamics and road noise (fewer windshield replacements)
Max comfort
Cons:
Fuel economy
Real estate—least maneuverable of the three
Wrangler
Pros:
Shortest wheelbase of the there = most mobility, biggest clearance
Enclosed cargo area
Cons:
Less cargo space and load carrying capacity—"light duty"
Least comfort, due to shorter wheelbase ride and less total space
Gladiator
Pros:
More hauling and towing than the Wrangler
Better fuel economy than the Power Wagon (MUCH better)
Cons:
Aftermarket parts—since the back half of the Gladiator is different than anything else out there, options for bumpers, shocks, suspension, camper tops, and bed systems will take a while to hit the market
Full review @ http://www.fourwheeler.com/news/features/1907-nena-knows-jeeps-gladiator-comparison/
As for my expectations of the Gladiator overall, I must say it surpassed them. I was concerned that driving the Gladiator would feel like settling for mediocre capabilities in between the Wrangler and Power Wagon. It did not. The Gladiator made her own place and name. After 1,000 miles and five days behind the wheel, I came to the amazing conclusion that I didn't even notice how comfortable I was all week. Sparrow had served as my overlanding rig with seamless grace and ease. Like a perfectly attentive butler ready to provide whatever assistance you might require for your adventure, it seemed like everything fit perfectly, worked together perfectly, and even provided a few things I loved and didn't know I needed. Adaptive cruise control, front camera, select speed control, Off-Road Plus—all features not found on any of the other rigs in this comparison, except the Gladiator.
Pros and cons of the Power Wagon, Wrangler Rubicon, and Gladiator Rubicon—as they function in my world.
Power Wagon-09
Pros:
Hauling and towing capacity
Aerodynamics and road noise (fewer windshield replacements)
Max comfort
Cons:
Fuel economy
Real estate—least maneuverable of the three
Wrangler
Pros:
Shortest wheelbase of the there = most mobility, biggest clearance
Enclosed cargo area
Cons:
Less cargo space and load carrying capacity—"light duty"
Least comfort, due to shorter wheelbase ride and less total space
Gladiator
Pros:
More hauling and towing than the Wrangler
Better fuel economy than the Power Wagon (MUCH better)
Cons:
Aftermarket parts—since the back half of the Gladiator is different than anything else out there, options for bumpers, shocks, suspension, camper tops, and bed systems will take a while to hit the market
Full review @ http://www.fourwheeler.com/news/features/1907-nena-knows-jeeps-gladiator-comparison/
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