In a pickle! What do I do?? Need some advice...

[BillG]

I'm am 6'4" 315lb man and I love my Gladiator, I traded a 2019 Ram Limited.

About the same here... went from a 2011 Cummins to a JL... wrecked it and got a JT... since I’m no longer towing heavy I don’t miss the Cummins schoolbus at all .... the JT is to me the perfect everyday vehicle.

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[MemphisMississipp]

I’m a newbie here. It’s time to trade in my 2012 Honda. Now, I have a deal in a place for a 2020 Ram 1500 Laramie crew cab and for a 2021 Gladiator Overland. Obviously the discounts on the Laramie are MUCH greater so the monthly payments are about the same. I’m torn on the fun of the Jeep - (top down, jeep wave, easier to maneuver, fun to modify, fun vehicle overall, but smaller cabin, more cramped) OR the tank that is the Laramie - (much more space, comfort, ride quality, etc.), but it doesn’t have the “it” factor of Jeeps. Is it true the Gladiator rattles like crazy from all areas? That might drive me a little nuts. It would make sense given you can take it apart pretty much, but that’s the price you pay I guess!

Anyway, anyone have any experience with both and can give me any advice? I’m literally split 50/50 on what to do. Any help would be fantastic. Thanks everyone!

My max tow is the most solid vehicle I’ve ever had. No rattles, no nothing. Solid as the day is long!

 

[Gvsukids]

. You are going to get more enjoyment out of the extra comfort on a daily basis then you will the occasional offroad run and a few waves from strangers.

The waves excited my wife about owning a Jeep. It's also a great community to be welcomed into.

 

[wannajeep]

I have a deal in a place for a 2020 Ram 1500 Laramie crew cab and for a 2021 Gladiator Overland.
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Anyway, anyone have any experience with both and can give me any advice? I’m literally split 50/50 on what to do.

That IS a tough choice. I traded my Ram for the JTR. The Ram was a 5.7L with 3.92 rear end and ZF 8HP70 transmission. The Ram was only a Tradesman trim work truck but easily the best (smoothest, most powerful) powertrain I've ever had in 30 years of owning vehicles. The Ram did everything I asked of it. Drove a Laramie crew and it was far better in terms of feel/comfort, felt very different from the Tradesman.

Compared to the Ram the biggest differences with the JTR in my opinion will be power (Ram wins), interior room (Ram wins), fun factor (JT wins). If you tow/haul a lot or often have 4 people inside, Ram might be a better choice. If you want a highly capable "lifestyle" rig that is very capable offroad, more clearance, lighter, convertible, just plain fun, then JT.

Really rough choice. Ultimately just consider your wants and needs. They're similar in that they are both trucks that will tow and haul and get you from here to there but when you start looking at details they're very different rigs.

I miss my Ram every day and love my JTR every day.

 

[fun2drum]

Do you REALLY need that much extra size and towing/hauling capacity? If you really do, and I mean "need" and not "want", then you may want to say no to the Jeep. It is what it is.

However, if you don't truly need the extra size, then I'd recommend trying the Gladiator. There are so many reasons for this. They include fitting between things like trees, posts, or other cars in a parking lot; respectable towing and hauling ability for its size; big fun factor in every respect, including top off, doors off, go anywhere, people turning their heads when they see you go by, etc.; fuel mileage; and ability to be transformed into a vehicle that fits your personality like a glove.

 

[Liftr]

If you truly need a work truck, ie. you work out of your truck to make a living, then buy a work truck.
I have found that most people would be better served having a 6x10 utility trailer. They only cost $1,000 and have no recurring Insurance payment.
Or, buy the Gladiator and a used full size truck like this.

 

[TYJ]

I own both. I like my 2020 Ram Laramie 1500 especially for long trips with the family and lots of heavy cargo, but I still prefer to drive my Gladiator for daily driving.

 

[Etoimos]

The waves excited my wife about owning a Jeep. It's also a great community to be welcomed into.

Oh, the Jeep waves are nice and I miss getting them (everyone waved at my JKUR and very few wave at the JT) as well. But on a purchase this large, the waves are trivial.

 

[DirtySaylor]

There are a few factors here: First, how old are you? How much commuting or daily driving are you doing? Third- do you live near a beach or mountains? How often would you be dropping the top or enjoying the outdoors with the jeep? Honestly, if you are hauling people like a family, goods, or concerned about ride quality, go with the Laramie, hands down.

IF you are looking for a more lifestyle oriented vehicle with the side benefits of hauling (some stuff) with a cramped interior that can fit a few midgets in the backseat somewhat comfortably- get the JT. The thing is, if you have a wanting to "look cool", mod your vehicle, and have a more outdoor geared lifestyle the jeep JT is a can't miss.

 

[DirtySaylor]

One more comment: You could always lift the laramie and put some rims/tires on it, a tonneau cover etc, but you still may end up looking like everyone else. With my JT I get stopped at literally every gas station by people from every age group and walk of life. It is always instant friendship and thumbs up. With a truck, you probably won't get any of that. Only you can determine the trade-offs and the lifestyle needs. Hope this helps.

 

[DiverDaddy]

I've owned 5 Ram 1500 trucks to include a Rebel and i currently own a 2020 Gladiator Sport S max tow, my wife has the 2018 Ram 1500 Long Horn. Both have their pros and cons, but honestly you can't go wrong either way. I love my Gladiator, by far my favorite vehicle ever! I have just over 4400 miles on it and have not experienced any rattles of any sort. I just had a Rubicon Express 3.5 and 35" Procomp MT2 and it rides better now than stock!! All that being said, the Ram is obviously more roomy and a little more comfortable, but there's just nothing like my Glady!! Hope I didn't make it a harder choice!! HAHA!

 

[Hurricane]

HAHAHA - I could tell where my neighbor parked his by the curb.
Yeah, those bikes were like big cats - they marked their territory.

Dont dump on our Harleys. Lol

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Dont dump on our Harleys. Lol

My first cycle was a Harley........... not the nice big ones, though.

 

[Murgatroid]

My first cycle was a Harley........... not the nice big ones, though.

One of the, I think, italian made dirt bikes?

 

[ShadowsPapa]

One of the, I think, italian made dirt bikes?

Yes.

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