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08-24-2006, 06:55 AM
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Since the Search Button is down. I'm probably going to be buying a Wrangler in the next couple of weeks. How does the 4cyl. do? I have a 94 Grand 4x4 V-8 for all my towing needs. Just wondering how the 4-Banger Wrangler will handle mountains, bridges, hwy driving, and off road. Dealership has two new ones 6speed, cd, air, soft top, $17,985. Does this sound ok.
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08-24-2006, 07:03 AM
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All you're going to hear on here is 6 cylinder, 6 cylinder, 6 cylinder aaaaaannnd I have to agree... 6 cylinder and Dana 44.
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08-24-2006, 07:18 AM
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Since the Search Button is down. I'm probably going to be buying a Wrangler in the next couple of weeks. How does the 4cyl. do? I have a 94 Grand 4x4 V-8 for all my towing needs. Just wondering how the 4-Banger Wrangler will handle mountains, bridges, hwy driving, and off road. Dealership has two new ones 6speed, cd, air, soft top, $17,985. Does this sound ok.
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...and the dealership will probably still have them in a few months. The 4-cylinder is just not enough motor for a Jeep. Sure, it will move the Jeep and perform great off-road, but you'll be wishing you had another couple holes when you hit the highways or climb any long grades. Hold out for the 6 
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08-24-2006, 07:24 AM
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I edited your thread title to read 06 rather than 96. 
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08-24-2006, 07:55 AM
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You will hate the 4cyl. Buy the 6 and a D44.
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08-24-2006, 07:58 AM
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I've taken trips to the beach in my 4 cyl 2.5 through the Blue Ridge mountains, WV Turnpike and all and never had a problem. Might have to downshift to 4th on long grades. I do admit that sometimes I'd like to have a 6 just for when I'm loaded down with passengers and hunting gear. Also I've heard the 2.4 is less of an engine than the 2.5. So I'd say get a 6 cyl.
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08-24-2006, 08:04 AM
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I've owned both. The four banger does OK off road as long as the gearing/tires match. On road it's a dog.
Having said that. I would consider a used four popper if the price was right (read dirt cheap!) and they usually are.
But if you are looking to spend mid to high teens, find a good used 4.0.
Your brand new four cylinder will depreciate like crazy the minute you drive it off the lot.
My .02.
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08-24-2006, 09:33 AM
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Yeah, other than being cheaper, there are no appreciable benefits to getting the 4-banger. Even the 6 to me in my '98 can feel slightly underpowered at times. Also, the gas mileage is pretty much the same.
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08-24-2006, 09:50 AM
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test drive both engines and you will understand why everyone says to go with the 6 cyl. there are situations where the 4 cyl is "sufficient" but also situations where it is insufficient. also consider the difference in resale value and the similarity in mpg.
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Unfortunately you are one of those poor misguided folks that believes leaving the gear shift lever in one slot or another is an indication of control.
Come go for a ride and I'll be glad to demonstrate the difference between what you perceive incorrectly as "control" and what control actually is.
Pick a different reason because that one is both lame and stupid to perpetuate.
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Pardon me for damaging your precious reputation. It's not that I disagree, that would be a difference of opinion. This isn't subjective, it's objective, you are just wrong. If you make that statement, you are misguided. It is that simple.
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08-24-2006, 11:23 AM
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I appreciate all ofthe feedback. Might have to make a trip to Houston to look. Locally there is a 2000 with 25k miles, garage kept, all options hard&softtop. This one literally has never seen rain or mud. sound bar, lockable rear storage, hard top lift, 6cyl. waiting for the owner to come up with a price. It literally is showroom condition
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This is an online forum, and the written word is the primary method of communication. If you make an effort to communicate clearly, people will be willing to communicate in return. If you don't make an effort, I don't see why I should - write like an idiot, and I'm going to think you're an idiot, that's just how things work.
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08-24-2006, 12:07 PM
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2.4l
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...and the dealership will probably still have them in a few months. The 4-cylinder is just not enough motor for a Jeep. Sure, it will move the Jeep and perform great off-road, but you'll be wishing you had another couple holes when you hit the highways or climb any long grades. Hold out for the 6 |
Drive one and decide for yourself.
My experience with the 2.4L motor and five-speed has been quite satisfactory, especially in highway driving.
YMMV.
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08-27-2006, 11:57 AM
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can anyone take a guess on the ratio of 4cyl to 6 cyl? are there like 2 6cyl to every 4cyl? i see a lot of 4cyl for sale
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10-01-2006, 08:47 PM
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Well, after much searching I bought my wife a 2001 Sahara w/58k miles. I think I got a good price. I'll post pics later. I don't know much abou the Sahara's yet, but I'm sure I'll be informed
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This is an online forum, and the written word is the primary method of communication. If you make an effort to communicate clearly, people will be willing to communicate in return. If you don't make an effort, I don't see why I should - write like an idiot, and I'm going to think you're an idiot, that's just how things work.
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10-01-2006, 09:44 PM
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ive owned both, you will regret the 4 cylinder. it just doesnt have enough power
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10-01-2006, 10:22 PM
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I bought a Jeep because I like Jeeps. If you want something with power, don't buy a jeep. Niether the the 4 banger or 6 banger have all that much power. I have had two 4 bangers and one 4.0L wrangler. They are all dogs, just gotta know how to flog them dogs.
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06 4cyl.
