Old vs New Jeep Cherokee Shootout: What's best, High Tech or Proven Heritage?
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The Fast Lane Car these new Subaru's are weak off-road...2 inches of clearance with the gay CVT transmission.....Hahaha....
The Fast Lane Car Tommy my XJ has almost 350,000 miles and is like new and it doesn't Smoke or Burn oil .....I live in Denver,you guys should see my Xj and test it on your show.. It's a Beast.
The Fast Lane Car The Cherokee, I will go ahead to say that before watching that video, Jeep is more of an of road oriented and more Moab worthy, like the Wrangler and the trailhawk where the Subaru is a life style, Light off road until adventures.
What's the name of the jazz song playing in the back ground?
Just wanted to mention Ive seen people flip the old XJ in mid air and have it land on its roof and it didnt crush. The new one does not have more safety "built in" its just designed by an inferior company. Old one is very safe I assure you
I prefer the old one because it actually looks like a Jeep
Right
I have a 94 Cherokee and a 19 Cherokee. I still love my 94 Cherokee. But love the AC in my 19 lol
The current version will look like a Jeep with the benefit of 20 year's hindsight, when all the old-timers [us] will be talking fondly about the old-school internal combustion gas [and diesel] engine and proper stepped automatic transmission.
By the way, these are sold with a choice of Diesel engines as well as a couple of gas engines in Europe.
I love my '99 XJ but I am dying to know, where in the world did you find one that is spotless like that one? It's look practically restored. Amazing!
New Mexico is full of them for whatever reason. Most of the southwest as well.
Still some around..... Snowbird's here in Florida turn them loose a bit here.... My employer just bought one from Copart in Tampa .... 99 model w-56k showing on the clock.... Had a driveshaft disconnect on it.... Paid 300 for it..... Went to the crusher..... I was absolutely sick..... Still had factor mat's in plastic under the AutoZone mats they had....
you buy one with low miles good conditions for more$ worth it as long its 4x4 and has the 4.0 1991-1995 1998-1999 are the best years xj
@@pvmwarchief bought a 1993 sport 4x4 for $1,300. needs a lot of tlc because the original owners did not take care of it. To the point where the paint is fading and there is a rust hole in the passenger backseat floor.
The 199/232/258/4L Inline six has gone over 1 million miles in Taxicabs without a major rebuild. I had both. I had a 1985 with the 2.1 Liter Turbo Diesel and 5 speed manual. and I prefer my new 2018 Trailhawk . But then I am 33 years older now and less prone to doing stupid things off road with my Jeep, though not sane enough to stop from going off road entirely. :D I am not carrying as much stuff in my new Jeep as I did in the Old XJ, but I am towing just as much. Back then people did not pay attention to things like official tow limits. If you could move it, you could tow it. Back in the sixties I regularly towed a 10,000 lb trailer with a CJ with a Small Perkins diesel (export only) from Houston to New Orleans. Never had a problem, but then never traveled very fast either. The Interstate between Houston and New Orleans was still under construction and I never bothered with switching between the US route and the Interstate sections that were built.
I will take the old one...
Dan Hambrick me too
I had a ‘90 in high school and a ‘94 in college.... just for perspective, I fit 40 - 30 packs of beer and 12 bags of ice in the cargo area with seats folded down. And with 2 passengers, the rear suspension was absolutely bottomed out! And I agree the motor was bulletproof. 90% of max torque was already there at 1000 rpm. I had mine up to the governed 110 mph limit....scary stuff. Still miss my’94 sport .
That’s got to be the cleanest XJ on the planet. I’ve got a 96’ XJ that’s held up to all sorts of abuse.
I got a 96 too
There are a few around my area that look like they just came off the showroom floor, would love to have one, use to have one but it died, have a new 2015 not impressed.
Yea that was a very clean 91 Cherokee. Still all original too. Hard to find these days. I have a 94 and she runs like a dream but it’s not as clean as that 91 is
Yeah, My 96’ is no where near that clean, but we use ours for whatever comes along... mainly as a beater for deer camp and trail/woods riding. We’ve added a few mods for ours which have made lots of difference in capability. 33” BFG TKO’s, 4.5” Procomp springs front and rear, revolver shackles in back, sway bar disconnects, Rusty’s tubular Lower control arms, Aussie locker up front, Smittybilt xrc9500 winch. A/C still works great, 170k miles, 4.0L, auto.
My 96 is kicking strong after 247k with no major work. Glad to see your 96's are still kicking too.
The 4.0 jeep and Toyota 4.0 engines are the best gasoline engines ever produced
Crazy how the prices are going up on those old XJs. I've owned 3, and the last I sold with 198,000 miles for $4200!..... But I kind of want to buy another...
The ones in my area are cheep due to a story on the local news about the gas tank location leading to fires on severe rear end crashes . If it was just a weekend toy then I'D definitely buy it but the newer one is better as a family vehicle.
My 1999 Cherokee Xj has almost 350,000 miles and is just like new.. Easily go 500k.
Cars And Zebras in Colorado people want anywhere from$4k to 10k. or more for these Jeep Xj Beast's.....RUN FOREVER.4.0 AW4 BEAST.
Charlie M. You say that now. I did the same thing, then it was "oh, I just need 2" lift spacers because the springs are sagging from factory, then its "its more cost effective to replace the rear axle than fix the original", then "the original sway bar and track bar design is completely stupid and prone to failure, and aftermarket beefy ones that will never break are only $50 more" then "well time for new tires. I can buy small stock ones and be limited with its uses, or I can go larger and unlock this jeeps potential for everything", etc. trust me you'll keep it stock for maybe a year-a year 1/2 then if it ever touches mud or dirt you will want more. it's like an addiction, but positive. (unless you start cutting the unibody and doing irreversible things, then I have a problem). and when you get that itch ill save you some money, AVOID ROUGH COUNTRY, go straight to Iron Rock Offroad for just about everything, Rubicon Express for springs (its worth the extra price for better ride), FOX or Bilstien for Shocks (again worth it for better ride, you will kick yourself if you don't. trust me I made the mistake). if you want any more advice, just get me here.
TheBikemaster94: For me, the OLD one would be "better as a family vehicle" because I would like to bring my wife and kids where I want to go in the backcountry. Where I want to go, the old XJ would be the better tool for the job.
I take the old Jeep Cherokee over the overpriced plastic eggshell Jeep Cherokee anyday of the week.
Pretty good comparison job! I highly doubt anyone else has done this good of a job!
That is a clean XJ. Wow. My first new car was a 96 Cherokee country. I absolutely loved that truck. So capable
I think the quality of the 92 XJ was a hair better than the 91. I saw quality go down on the XJ for 93-95. Agree with your decision that the XJ is the right choice. Theres something so right about the sound of a 4.0 HO revving with a fresh fan clutch.
I Own a ‘92 Cherokee Laredo. Over 350K miles on it. Rebuilt engine from the ground up with main parts being remachined and honed in. Mostly all original parts throughout Chassis and Drive train. Really a total beast. I get just under 20 miles a gallon and I ride Wrangler MRT 33’s.
The XJ is absolutely an incredible machine. And would never trade mine in. Sell it. Or get rid of it.
Bought it off a gentleman that had no idea what he was doing mechanically. I brought it back and then some. Originally spent $1,000 and if i WERE to sell it. Which I won’t. I wouldn’t take less than $8,000 with everything I’ve done to it.
Hands down XJ all day. Not even a brand new 2019 Lamborghini would steal my heart and attention like the XJ does.
I learned to drive in a '90 Cherokee Laredo. Loved that jeep, even after we upgraded to a '96 Grand Cherokee Laredo. But I must say inprovements are nice. The 2012 Grand Cherokee Laredo we bought new for the wife (of course, I've never had a new vehicle for myself) was by far my favorite Jeep of the bunch.
My 2001 XJ has integrated fog lights, air bags, no distributor or spark plug wires, fuel injection, rear window/side mirror defrost, cup holders and more.
People need to stop calling start-stop "technology" or a feature, call it what it actually is, a burden.
Start stop? I think they call that new starter every 2 years technology now
I had a 92 and I have a 01 now, that's how much I like Jeep. in-between a 98 Grand Cherokee loved that one too.
You have improved. Tommy TFL seems confident and I expect continued progress. Sofyan Bey, step to this competitor or he will eat your lunch.
I like the new one, it does look good. But I'm a retro guy and I would take the old one every time. Especially when you find one as mint as the one you have. The simplicity, durability, practicality, and functionality of the classic xj is undeniable.
Watching your 91 Cherokee brings back a lot of memories of my 87 XJ I owned for 8 years. Right now I’m in the process of rebuilding an 89 Grand Wagoneer. Whenever the new Wagoneer comes out it will be a fun comparison between new vs old.
The AMC i6 combined with the toyota transmission makes the XJ one of the toughest vehicles ever made. Maybe 2nd only to the hilux
My 1998 Cherokee turned over 200,000 miles a few days ago, I love it
My mom had the 89 or 90 Cherokee Limited. Those 80s Cherokees were the first mainstream SUV. When I was in high school it seemed like every family had one if they didn't have a Suburban or Wagoneer. Eventually Ford came out with the Explorer and GM added 2 more doors to the S10 Blazer/S15 Jimmy (way late). My mom upgraded to 96 Grand Cherokee Limited. I'll be selling it as part of her estate soon. 109k miles, clean & always well maintained by Jeep. Never been off road, 4 mounted studs, all original no mods, the dealer and tire shop always say it looks better than a new JGC.
The new one looks like every other suv what are the designers doing studied I own 2 xjs and they are tanks
I recently picked up a 1995 XJ 2 door, 5speed, 4.oL for $2,000 off Craigslist. I love it!
The XJ just has that classic look :D
But I am happy as hell with my 2017 6 banger KL TH.
Mind you it needs better than stock tires and rock sliders added to make it go a lot more places, but since I got those, I can go almost anywhere my local Wrangler Jeep club goes. I keep starting off with them asking me if I want to park it and ride the trail with them, and ending with "That little jeep can go anywhere". Only real weakness I have seen so far is the low clearance. Sliding into muddy deep ruts can hang this puppy up.
Dont underestimate these things :D But do get the rock sliders at the least.
They do have bugs in the computer though. Its not advised to use that door button to lock lol.
In my teen years, my mom had a '91 Cherokee Sport, which was basically a base model 2-door with the 4.0 High Output, 5-speed manual, 4wd (part-time only), and a temporary spare in the hatch. The badging was red and orange vinyl over black paint. Even at altitude (we lived at nearly 7,000 ft), it was definitely faster than the 11.8+ seconds tested here, so that automatic must have been a slug! It did have its share of problems though, including a failed clutch slave cylinder and one of the serpentine idler pullies failing, but nothing too costly to fix. Its fuel injection was also picky on good gas to keep the injectors clean, but most cars of that era were.
You were right on your assessment of the jeep liberty. I worked for a Jeep dealer when they were new. They were plagued with problems. The old XJ was a much better vehicle!
I'll tell you this, my 92 Xj looks like it survived a nuke but one thing for sure, its got 380k on its original 4.0 and 4 speed and its still asking for more. Most reliable vehicle I have ever owned and I beat the living shit out of it up in pikes peak and anywhere else in CO
This is not hate mail! I have a 2003 Liberty Limited and I can only comment as to my own experience, but I haven't had any issues with it. I bought it new and it now has 175,000 miles. Everything is original other than brakes, tires and battery (+ ball joints replaced by a recall). It has a real transfer case and solid rear axle and seems pretty rugged. It still feels tight and solid, doesn't rattle over rough roads, goes great in the snow and has no noticeable wind noise. The exterior looks as it did when new (with one exception, see below) and the leather interior has held up beautifully. Only 2 negatives: fuel mileage is very poor (I get 15/17) and the rocker panels just ahead of the rear wheels are starting to rust. That said, I still enjoy it and it runs great. I know they have a reputation for being unreliable but I haven't experienced any problems. If you can find one that hasn't been trashed and beat up you might be surprised at how capable it is.
This Jeep Cherokee KL is a great product. I am an owner of a 2014 and have been very pleased. The purchase of this vehicle and watching this channel has made me a fan of Jeep and off-roading in general so I’d say they are doing something right. I came from Honda. I am a Jeep fan now! I prefer my 2014 styling to he redesign of 2019 though, but it’s personal preference. All around a great product.
Youre doing a disservice to the XJ by even mentioning the new “Cherokee” in the same video. Haha all fun & games tho... great video !!
THANK YOU TFL. I HAVE BEEN ASKING FOR THIS VIDEO SINCE THE FIRST XJ VIDEO! 😁
I have 2 XJ's, both with about 250k miles and all original. an XJ Cherokee is the only Car for Me!
That was a great video
good comparison.....and I agree with your liking the 91.....can you imagine what type of repair bills the newer jeep is going to cost in 27 years....with all that high tech stuff..all I can see is a nitemare when things start to go bad......no way,thank you very much...that old 91 will probably still be running,with alittle tlc
So, did Chrysler ever bother to correct that oil consumption problem with the 2.4 multiair? Or are they still calling a quart lost every 1,000 miles "normal"?
They'll probably fix it since the beancounter is no longer in charge.
Simple fix.. Flex seal
My 2014 w/ 2.4L doesn’t burn oil, maybe it just your driving habits
@@stevecool8347 Nope! 2017 bought brand new has been losing oil since day one. Chrysler refuses to do anything and told me its normal. There are numerous articles about this problem if you google it.
Crappy to hear that. Thankfully mine has not had that problem!!
i just love my 1989 Jeep Cherokee
I had a '98 XJ Limited, '02 KJ Limited, '11 JKR, and now have a '19 KL Trailhawk. Obviously, the most capable off road was the JKR. However, the most comfortable and nicest to drive on road by far is the KL. It really depends on your needs. I have a SxS and a half ton truck to tow it to the trails, so my needs for this vehicle are a comfortable daily driver that I can easily park, and that can handle any inclement weather we get, as well as be able to handle the occasional gravel or dirt road. My XJ did these things, and so did my KJ, but my KL does them better in my opinion. I also like the look of the '19 KL, but unfortunately it does look a lot like everything else out there right now.
The wrangler would look nice in that green. Particularly with tan interior
I bought a hood/roof paint fading black 1998 XJ classic in 2013. Guy kept it clean inside 234k on it. In a year the trans planet gear blew up. Sat for a year and a half. Got a full rebuild and shift kit plus 2400 stall. Since I put many, many, speed parts. Does 0-60 6.2 seconds. So many people are so angry with me that I didn’t lift it and put a bunch of lights n stuff on it.. until they drive it. Then they realize it can do more than just go off-road.
I love my ‘98 2 door XJ!
I have an 88 with a 91 engine in it. Haven't had any mechanical problems with it. The only issue I've had was the death wobble.
I owned a 89 Cherokee base model 4x4. I'm 5'11" and it was somewhat cramped. Overall I was satisfied with it until I test drove a new Grand Cherokee. So much more roomy and comfortable! I haven't driven a newer Cherokee so I can't determine a preference. However, based on this review, I'd probably be willing to give up the lost cargo capacity in exchange for the much improved comfort.
I'm only 7 minutes in but I was astonished at your comparison of horsepower and torque. 190hp/220t on the '91 is not far off the new numbers when you consider that the '19 has gained 1000 lbs. Plus pulling such impressive numbers from the modern 3.4 must correspond to some sort of decreased operational life. But I digress, I've honestly never looked at the new one since I found out it did not have solid axles AND had a transverse engine.
84,86,99 XJ: 86 YJ
You weren't too hard on the liberty. lol It's insides were still a Cherokee, but you just can't see it after they mangled every visable aspect.
Dad has 1994 Jeep Cherokee XJ sport, it's gone through 2 engine's and 3 transmissions. But it's built for off-road, snorkel, winch, light bar, and 2 inch lift...now it needs a new starter, if it warms up to much, it will die and we have to wait till the engine cools down.
I'll take the 91 please
I would definitely buy the old one
The new one looks fragile to be a Cherokee plus it looks like a Kia
Diogenes Paula looks nothing like a kia tf
No way, a Kia looks way better
It does look like a Kia or Hyundai
You’d be proud driving that old piece of shit around? It’s 2018 move with the times lol
@@MrRed424 If "keeping up with the times" involves driving a butt ugly FWD crossover marketed towards women, I guess I'll just stay behind
I leased a 2019 Cherokee last May. First Jeep I've ever owned and I like it. I do miss some of the features that my previous Fords have offered - like the keyless entry pad and being able to open and close the windows and sunroof with the key fob. However, I could not get a Ford Edge or Ford Escape at the payment I wanted without a lot more down. Plus they were both 4 cyl. and 2018 models where my Cherokee is a 2019 and a V6, which I much prefer. I have a lifetime average of 25.89 mpg with the Jeep and 26.82 mpg with my wife's 2016 Escape which has the 1.6 liter.
People must have had lemons, my 2004 Liberty was a Champ. Got pretty good gas mileage, did great in the snow and mud, oh and it was used.
Dodge replaced the engine when it blew up from the previous owners wear and tear and we got the V6 from the 2nd generation Liberty instead and it was fantastic. Still regret selling it to this day.
When he cranked on the xj! Yup definitely sounds like a 4.0
I'm sorry but Fiats does not know what rugged means. I can't remember the last time I heard of people going off roading in Italy.😒🚙
An interesting comparison! I actually loved my 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee...it was the most comfortable and powerful vehicle I've ever owned. Based on my very positive and enjoyable experience with the older Grand Cherokee, when I got the redesigned 2014 Jeep Cherokee, I thought I had the best SUV for my needs yet again. It was a beautiful vehicle for sure, and quite comfortable as well. However, in the 2 years I had it, I experienced 3 stalls/non-starts, the last of which occurred while doing 65mph on a major highway. That incident could have had dire consequences, but fortunately I was able to maneuver through traffic while coasting to a stop on a small stretch of shoulder. It did restart, and I was able to continue driving, but my confidence level in this new Cherokee was rather depleted! The dealer couldn't find the problem, so they told me they just did a "software module update, with the hope that the issue was resolved". Obviously not the most comforting response, especially since it had done 2 non-startups prior to that! This experience forever changed my opinion of Jeep, and I, sadly, moved on to other SUVs.
Oh and I'll stick with the XJ. And you're right a limited-slip in the rear and an air Locker up front and the XJ is ready to wheel.
That V6 sound really nice
As for which one I'd rather have. I have a 2015 Cherokee Trailhawk, I love everything about it except for Jeep "reliability", but that is something that hasn't changed since 1991. 90s Jeeps are typically giant piles of problems and my 2015 has had its fair share of warranty work. Your 91 is incredibly rare that most things are actually working, and some kid hasn't chopped the doors off.
The new Cherokee also has "Differential Brake Lock" technology, which TFL often does not talk about. This technology automatically applies the brake to any of the four tires losing traction, which allows the open diff to send power to the tire with traction. Even the non-Trailhawk models have this technology, which gives all the new Cherokees a virtual-locker front and rear.
I believe most late model rigs have DBL as it is part of the traction control system. I've seen it work on 2WD rigs, like the Dodge Magnum in the snow and mud. DBL seems to take a lot of power to make it most effective, so it works best with the low range of the Trailhawk.
had a cherry red old style... just bought a 21 trailhawk. gotta go with the 21 all day long.
I've driven both and the new Cherokees are more comfy, I actually like the older Cherokees more. They just seem more universal or offroad worthy to me.
The liberty KJ and KK is badged as a Cherokee here in Australia.
I believe that was the case everywhere except North America.
My first car was a 95 Cherokee “Country” trim. Kept it 9 years and 100,000 miles. Really wish I still had it. At the time I didn’t know how good a vehicle it really was. I hope its still on the road somewhere. I didn’t know about that “power” trans button. Mine didn’t have that. Mine didn’t have the full time four wheel drive option either, just part time that would lock the front diff. But it did have a drivers side airbag. I remember The speakers in the rear were mounted on the roof in a speaker bar kind of thing.... I though that was pretty cool. Not sure if that was unique to the trim level
As a daily driver I’d take the new one. (Just tint the windows so no one sees me)For Off road fun I’d go for the old one. While the new one might perform better,(subjective for sure) I can’t see having as much fun in a 40k vehicle off road. Would not want to damage and probably expensive as heck to fix. Not to mention it looks like a Kia. I’d be embarrassed. Mabey im biased I had blast in my 86 camanchee back in the day. It was built like a tank that racked up almost 400k. Thirsty and underpowered but captured something so deep in my soul that it didn’t matter.
I wish automakers would go back to the boxy designs of vehicles. They made the most of interior space. And no huge center console. Us big guys need some more space up front.
Give me an older xj anytime lol, just bought one for fun and doing a full rebuilt (2001) I wish I did get one new back then
Designers of the XJ were seeking an economic version of the lumbering Grand Wagoneer with the same capabilities - cutting edge.
In the 1990's, most people were quick to tell me Jeeps are lemon vehicles. Thanks to the internet, and the passage of time, XJs are finally getting great reviews. 😏
Two vehicles that are essentially where American car interests are today - AMC Jeep Eagle and AMC Jeep CJ. The former a crossover, and the latter the original SUV.
I'll take the old Cherokee any day of the week. I had a 99 with the bullet proof 4.0L. Still regret getting rid of it.
Omg u don't swing your foot back and forth your confusing the sensor all you do is kick forward like your kicking a ball and it will work everytime the first time just be patient Tommy
The new one is a perfect example of what eco-activism has got us: Overpriced, poorly built JUNK. Bring back the old school Jeep.
I have a 2018 Cherokee FWD and I can tell you the fuel mileage is amazing. I'm still getting used to the look, but it's main competition is the Subaru Outback. I'm loving mine.
Trip Moore you know jeep has lost its wAy in the world when you talk about the amazing gas mileage and not how you got it stuck last weekend while on a camping trip
@@zanedzikonski4234 I can see that point of view, but being able to drive over 400 miles on 14.5 gallons in a Jeep for a camping trip is amazing. You aren't wrong. I just don't want to be driving a Hyundai to go camping.
I'd happily pay far less for the XJ to take camping, and pay for more fuel. My 1997 ZJ will run better than 300 miles on one tank (17-ish gallon.) The cost of a new vehicle will never offset the poorer fuel economy of a used, older one.
Now, there are many other reasons someone would buy the new one, reasons that are certainly valid. It's just not for me.
@@tripsadventures3404 I own 2016 Trailhawk. Before that, it was 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor limited. I wanted to get into something like a 4 runner. I'm glad my Jeep is actually really growing on me.
Driving Mitsubishi was really fun, but I do love more precise driving characteristics of the Jeep. Seats are super plush, interior looks and feels "thick" with everything, and for its size, Trailhawk has awesome fuel value vs what it is capable of.
@@zanedzikonski4234 I live in Canada, on a farm... never been "stuck", and believe me I've tried.
Enough said lol
bring back that gorgeous boxy desighn.
The XJ was not the original Cherokee. The Cherokee before the XJ was on the SJ platform which was basically a stripped down Wagoneer.
The only vehicle I ever regretted selling was my 99 XJ Sport. It makes me sad when I drive by one.
I always liked the second gen Liberty design, but wound up buying a 2008 Toyota 4Runner instead (and was glad I did).
Brian Petersen wow I’m glad you did too! Lol. Much better vehicle I’d say
As an American I'll never buy or drive any of those rice burner cars what a shame, I'm proud owner of 2 jeeps wrangler Tj and Cherokee Xj
Suddenly all the 2002-2013 cherokees fade from existence. So sad.
I know this video is old, however I do have a jeep liberty kj which isnt as bad as you say. After you lift it and throw a locker in it, they can hang with the wranglers. Question for you guys, do you think you could find a modified liberty and look at it again?
Had a 84 two door. Only one thing I hated about it. The 2.5 Iron Puke.
The rear lift over height on the new one is ridiculous compared to the CR-V and RAV4
Good job, Tommy. My '91 is still on the road as well. Let's see how long the new ones last. Looking forward to the off-road comparison.
Bob/Okc
Damn man that Jeep is in great shape, please keep good care of it please!! I'd hate to see that thing get all bent or rusty or dirty.
My 2005 Liberty isn't that bad off roading when you put some off-road tires on it. I do think it needs more ground guns but it still good.
Yeah I can tell you from personal experience that getting rear-ended in a Vehicle that does not have rear head rests will mess you up. I was 13 years at the time mom was stopped at a stop light and a guy in his big ol k5 blazer was going 40mph not paying attention and nailed us at 40mph. He was paying so little attention the police said that in the camera's it didn't even look like he attempted to slow down. Needless to say 15 years later I still have irreversible neck problems and migraines on a regular basis.
However we will never sell our XJ Cherokee. Love that thing. Just don't put kids in back unless you can safely put in head rests they work.
New one is hideous!
Looks like something you'd see floating in the toilet bowl.
Shaped much the same way..
UGLY!
Put the new running gear and engine in the old body style!
Probably get the same fuel mileage!
I own a 2017 KL and have been very happy with it....but the old one looks so much classically better. I think taking the innards of the KL and putting them in an XJ edition might sell a lot more cherokees.
The aerodynamics of the old body would decrease the mpg
Sorry the 4.0 and 4.2 would smoke the shitty china made I4
That's what everybody said about the XJ when it first came out. Everybody thought it was ugly.
I love my 2000 XJ. 2 inch lift and 10.5x31R15 tires.
I don't you remember quoting ground clearance. XJ has it beat.
The XJ has the ability to be moded. The new ones.. forget about it, not going to see them on a true jeep trail.
Take a look at Suzuki's latest Jimny. A true 4x4 at heart.
Cant get that Jimny in the States be cool if we could though
The jimny...thats a toy vs xj
The XJ looks and feels real. Enough said...........
13:10 I got the same cup holder accessory in my 96 Audi A4
I had a '95 XJ (5-speed rather than an automatic) and currently a 2017 KL. I'd call this episode a fair comparison.
I wish they had named the new Cherokee the Baby Grand "Cherokee"
It was going 65 when you said 60. Also, you wrong about the Liberty. Mine has surprised me so many times on its capability.
I love my liberty
So like, you two feel mutual about the Liberty.
Is that....Liberty Mutual?
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Ten years from now, the xj is still going to be cool and fun, new one nobody will even want it.
Excellent video, Tommy!
I'd rather have the old one, especially if I could find one in as good condition as this old xj
Great video Tommy! 👍
I'd love to see these on real world mpg tests side by side.
Bravo, Tommy! Great comparison.
I'll take the 91. In Canada on very cold days the 9 speed acts up really bad. A guy I know had his transmission lock in 4th and it wouldn't shift up or down. I really love the new styling, but with the 9 speed transmission i would rather have the old one.
Awesome review by the way Tommy
Anyone catch the “check antilock” light come on when the xj was doing the 0-60 test at 8:14? Wonder what that’s about?
I love my old xj; I'll never get rid of it!
We test drove a Trail-hawk and commissioned a build on an XJ - we remain pleased with our choice
No you weren't too hard on the Liberty. A basic XJ has more ground clearance then a "Trail Rated" Liberty. However, the big loss was the solid front axel that gives the XJ additional flex.
The rear seat cushion can be easily removed on the XJ which increases it's storage capacity
Front Air bags: SRS, supplemental restraint systems, were originally intended to protect people who didn't wear their seat belts and only serve to violently push glasses into the face of the un-suspecting who do.
i have a 95,96 xj when did a 91 come with a upper console? they came in the later years so im confused
They can both tow about the same. He spouted out the vehicle weight and said the new one weighs more and tows 500lb less. It has a listed lower tow weight as a matter of law. Light trucks have cgvwr of less than 10000lb. Math has to add up to be legal. Both vehicles are however capable of about the same haul.