That Did NOT Go As Planned: Can a $2,500 Jeep Grand Cherokee Keep Up With a New $63K Jeep Off-Road?

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00:00 Intro
03:04 2021 Jeep G.C. vs Truth
07:02 2022 Jeep G.C. vs Truth
11:39 2001 Jeep G.C. vs Truth
15:22 2021 G.C. vs Dare
19:49 2022 G.C. vs Dare
24:27 2001 G.C. vs Dare
27:33 Verdict
#Jeep #GrandCherokee #Offroad

[@TFLoffroad]

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[@dennisl6198]

wait-- tommy got eye surgery and so now warby parker is sponsoring? I think he should just wear non-prescription glasses and make everyone happy.

[@j.r.777]

Is it just me or did Roman come off as totally sounding like a total dick to the guys in the side by side? I’ve been in the off roading community my entire life and for the most part everybody helps out everybody and most people are very friendly with one another. Sharing vehicle builds, or what they do for a career and so on. Had Roman not been so short with them for just saying hello and asking about the TFL Jeeps cameras and set up they most likely would have gotten a few more fans and certainly more people to network with and share resources should they ever be needed in the future. It wouldn’t have killed him to take a whopping 5 minutes out of his filming to talk to those people. And since their out off roading it’s not like fans would be lined up for miles on the trail to all have their own conversations with TFL either. But the way Roman acted, you sure would have thought that.

[@Outlaw_Media]

Where is Tombstone Hill trail that you use? I am going to Colorado next year and want to try this trial since I have seen many vehicles on it in your videos

[@simonmiller5118]

Trouble is, you guys don't become really familiar with the cars you are reviewing. There is no way I would have had the car in Rock-hopper mode with that terrain. Just leave it in 4wd low and watch it go.

[@talktomn]

Jeep comparison aside, you two had some real dad-son moments throughout the video. Keeping it real.

[@coblaze1]

the bickering was adorable!

[@femininebeauty5934]

Agreed. 👍🏼☺️

[@RC-fj2oc]

I miss my Dad. Treasure these moments.

[@ExistUNDRGROUND]

I miss my dad too. I definitely should have treasured him more when he was around. Peace be with you, R C.

[@roderickhance2088]

As nice as the new generations may be, you just can’t beat solid axels off road. I have an ‘04 WJ with a basic 4” lift and it goes EVERYWHERE I wana go on the weekend, and still gets the wife to work during the week reliably. And as you mentioned, the seats are super comfortable. Great video as always, looking forward to you guys getting the 4Xe! Keep up the good work!

[@JasnoGT]

Me too. 2004 WJ represent! 🍻

[@deeppowhazylab]

WJ gang strong

[@ascendantrobin3230]

WJ for life 😎🇺🇸

[@MrJordanwain]

Loved my ‘01 WJ!!!

[@HiroNguy]

'04 bone stock WJ. 👍

[@JasnoGT]

Thanks for giving so much respect to the WJ. They are amazing and may actually go up in value in the future. Proud 2004 owner. :)

[@ascendantrobin3230]

WJ for life 😎 and HOW BOUT THEM COWBOYS ⭐️🏈

[@daveg4963]

Hush!!

[@ninjabearpress2574]

If I had the 63K to buy a 2022, I'd take my 2004 Grand Cherokee to the dealership and have them tweak it back to showroom condition. Not sure what I'd spend the other 60,000 on, but I'm sure I could think of something.

[@zaccorpseman7366]

@@ninjabearpress2574 Possibly an engine rebuild? Or you can pay for a supercharged 4.7 PowerTech

[@ninjabearpress2574]

@@zaccorpseman7366 Now I really wish I had the money, gots to get me a Powerball ticket.

[@4wdiesels]

That side by side dude was like a nosey neighbor! He was acting like you were on private property. Roman handled it perfectly! I assume he doesn't watch TFL

[@deviantarsenal]

Right? I was wondering why that guy felt the need to investigate someone as if he owned the place...

[@daleliske9757]

He could have been a future subscriber if Roman had told him. Like he's done, in past years.

[@TheStew]

I think he just saw a car driving by with cameras protruding all over it and was curious what was going on.

[@bearatts]

Came for the WJ, most underrated off-road SUV ever

[@Renigade16]

As a WJ guy I rather liked this video. We do have the best seats and the easiest off-roading of all the Grands. 😎 And all the issues you pointed out, sagging suspension, bad ac, ect can be fixed, you can get those m/t tires, and upgrade the radio and you'll still pay less than you will for the new basic Grand.

[@zaccorpseman7366]

Miss those times when things were simplier

[@Faithinthedock]

I have a European 2004 WJ (Diesel) so I have a soft spot for them. It goes to show if you want a comfortable useable off-roader that is also comfortable on the road, you can have an ol WJ with a few quid spent on decent tyres and all for less than the VAT depreciation of a new one the minute it rolls out the door.

[@ninjabearpress2574]

I call my 2004 Grand Cherokee Big Red, that says it all.

[@Squidwardooo]

it would be such a head turner to have a European WJ here in the States. Diesel and RHD. Er more specifically a British WJ since those are RHD

[@off_mah_lawn2074]

As an owner of both a 2004 WJ and ‘97 ZJ I can tell you definitively you the old Jeeps can’t be beat! The WJ is my dream car, I have a smile on my face every time I drive it. And I have yet to meet another 4wheeler on the trail I can’t keep up with!

[@AndreiDRoman]

I always smile in anticipation of the opportunity to drive '02 WJ anywhere.

[@off_mah_lawn2074]

@@AndreiDRoman Yes! You can definitely feel the love that went into building those WJs.

[@DaveT0818]

You should have tested using a 2005/2006 WK with QuadraDrive 2 and the electronic limited slip differentials front and rear... one of the most capable Grand Cherokees..

[@thomas77597]

It is an unreal system. I have a 2010 WK HEMI and it kicks the $hit out of my 4Runner.

[@patrickirish8110]

Buddy that rolled up in the side-by-side was something else! Not that it was any of his business from the get-go, but I found it funny that he sounded as if he was a bit suspicious and cheesed. Next time you off-road there you'd better be sure to clear it with him. Ha! Ah, the world takes all kinds. Cheers, lads, thanks for the great vid(s), and Merry Christmas to you all.

[@luisramirez2263]

Roman’s response was perfect.

[@matthewmcpherson581]

Roman said “see ya bud!” 😂😂

[@BullittKid08]

Imagine seeing people obviously filming and then interupting to ask what theyre doing

[@czrmtz2431]

It’s not like the guys owns the place so I don’t see any reason why they’d have to clear anything up next time

[@patrickirish8110]

@@czrmtz2431 I meant it as a joke. Clearly the guy on the side-by-side is a bit of a goof. Anyway, cheers, bud! It's almost Christmas -- I hope you're sipping on some nice whisky and enjoying time with your loved ones.

[@JeepsNdieselMan]

I’m the (proud?) owner of a 2002 WJ, 4.0 inline six with almost 240k miles. Drives nice, tows surprisingly well, off-roads better than it has a right to, and it’s been paid for for years. Thing is a tank. The A/C works. When it wants to. Oh well. Paint? Meh. Clear coat is overrated. Love the content!

[@MountainHobbler]

I would much rather feather the accelerator as needed than let an automated system lurch me forward.

[@joeseda8102]

I would NEVER trade my 2006 WJ with 4inch lift for any new model. It is so easy to maintain and parts available everywhere. Very comfortable on and off road. Great vehicle for whole family.

[@mrmo666]

WJ's in the states ran from 1999-2004. So either you got the year of yours wrong, or you have a WK (2005-2010).

[@aldo90731]

Loved this video! I owned a 2001 Grand Cherokee Laredo with the S package, the 4.0 inline six and Selec-Trac 4WD. I loved that Jeep. I should have never sold it.

[@ninjabearpress2574]

Find another one, you won't be sorry. Loving my 2004 Grand Cherokee SE.

[@travelinman482]

aldo90731 *had owned

[@dentondunn4346]

My 99 has 4.0 but it's a Quadra Trac. Is the select Trac Better?

[@aldo90731]

@@dentondunn4346 Sorry I’m not familiar with the QuadraTrac. The beauty of the Selec-Trac is that you can manually select between 2WD, 4H Full-Time, 4H Part-Time and 4L.

[@Danny_Ruth]

Between the three, my money, I’d rather have the oldest one. I’ve always hated that Jeep decided to remove the solid rear axles on the Grand Cherokees.

[@KurNorock]

I was pissed when they removed the solid FRONT axles. Independent suspension is only good offroad if you are running high speed dirt roads. Unless you are willing to spend $100k on custom independent suspension like some of those recent king of the hammers rigs.

[@elpenguinofeo1072]

This review has just strengthened what I had already decided. I'm going to drive my 06 GC until the end of time for two reasons, Jeep has strayed so far away from their roots to be unrecognizable and I'm too poor to afford these luxo-barges.

[@717UT]

Couldn't have said it better myself.

[@ercmadden]

I traded in my ‘05 about 7 months ago and kick myself almost every day.

[@ninjabearpress2574]

Driving my 2004 GC until I die...luxo-barge, I like that. They couldn't pay me to take that 2022, it's a poofed-out pile of junk.

[@RysterARCEE]

Jeep still offers the Laredo trim, which would be the way to go for a daily driver. 2022 Laredo, 4x4, luxury tech package, 18in wheel option. $43K. Not a horrible price and on par with Explorer, 4Runner, Passport, etc.

[@ninjabearpress2574]

@@RysterARCEE Neh, too frilly.

[@ADirtyScrub]

I am SO glad you guys finally got a WJ and are doing content with it. The WJ really is the best GC. I love my '03 WJ and would love to see you guys do a cheap Jeep build with it and start modding it. You guys mentioned The WJ not being very safe in a roll over because of the big windows. I would disagree. I had a ZJ which had even smaller pillars and bigger windows. I flipped and rolled it at 65mph after getting in an accident with a semi. It came to a rest on its roof after about 3 flips. The cabin held up and only caved a little in the middle of the windshield. The windows on the drivers side didn't even break.

[@ninjabearpress2574]

Big windows mean better visibility, you can see bad thing coming and avoid it. Love my 04, wouldn't trade it for anything new.

[@bogdandanailescu]

The fact that the '22 model went up Dare with basically summer tyres, says a lot about the electronics :)

[@gpaje]

Yup, it's what Land Rover has been doing as well, that they can equip a Defender for example with large street oriented all-seasons and do great off-road due to those fancy electronics. Pretty much perfected it over time with the last few generations of Range Rover models.

[@raynetorrin]

True but more electronics to stop working and then you have no 4WD. And DCJ is known for their electronics /s

[@prestonbonner2456]

Or it says that the trail isn't difficult.

[@bogdandanailescu]

@@prestonbonner2456 after 10+ years of off road riding, I can tell you that the GoPro (or any camera) doesn't describes the terrain accurately, multiply the difficulty by a factor of 4 and you'll probably get near the reality.

[@AndreiDRoman]

@@raynetorrin yuppers. Simple is easy. Less is more.

[@Ghost-nq1vv]

Will always go with the oldies. They were built better for off-road and even built to be very easy to fully modify for more extreme trails. Loved the hell out of my 05 GC before the motor blowout. Had a full stage 3 mod kit on her too!! Will never go newer than 10 in the GC family. Newer ones are more computer than car.

[@LT.BrianM]

The best part of this video was the father/son banter and arguing coming down in the “old” GC. Keep it up fellas. Awesome content!

[@Piketom1]

I’ve always loved the way those old WJs look too. IMHO, it is the best looking of the bunch.

[@Zander49]

I have my 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited 5.2 l V8 with only 122,000 miles. I use it as my winter vehicle in Southwest Colorado. 4 wheel drive all the time is hard to beat. I'm interested to hear more about the 4xe.

[@ninjabearpress2574]

Sweet ride, dawg. Built when Jeep meant something, not the poofed-out junk they sell these days.

[@jonathanthompson5710]

I have a 2011 wk2 with the 5.7. It's never let me down. The 5.7 is a BEAST and the quadra Trac 2 has enough capability to go where you need it to. Love that thing.

[@Joel-ew1zm]

Grew up riding around in a ZJ and WJ, gotta say I haven't enjoyed a seat or ride that comfortable in any vehicle ever since.

[@GustafN]

Love my old WJ/WG, taken me to some amazing places all round in Europe. Can't beat it!

[@danthompson1467]

As always the 2500.00 jeep is best . Mainly because normal working people can’t afford the rich yuppie toys with heated seats and steering wheel . Simple is always better .words to live by

[@jtomtl]

Try to get a better job….. then you can afford a car that cost more than $2500

[@Kana0211]

@@jtomtl your average person won't dump 63k on a jeep that's a waste of money. And others are too poor to afford a car and insurance.

[@jtomtl]

@@Kana0211 I never said everyone should buy a 63k Jeep, Average people can definitely pay more than $2500 for a car. Don’t just complain, that wouldn’t change anything.

[@Ichibuns]

@@jtomtl Just about anyone can pay more than $2500 for a vehicle. I know a lot of people that buy cheap cars because they're simply cheaper. As long as you can fix them yourself. These same people buy nearly everything in cash. One of them paid $300,000 for a house, in cash. Still drives an early 2000's Golf

[@midasfuld]

The wj has standard heated seats mate 😂

[@86rustbucket]

Always loved the WJ, had a chance to do tire development for that car as my first job out of school. Amazing what they are capable of even with stock tires

[@Jboost412]

Always loved the grand Cherokee I’ve had my WJ now for a very long time even with newer Jeeps in our fleet I still drive the wj allot….when we go off road people like to think the wj isn’t capable or “not a real Jeep” 🤣 until I’m pulling them back to traction then they ask so what exactly does this Jeep have? The 4.0 is a nice trail motor solid axles are always preferred in a trail rig add some lockers front & rear nice skid plates little lift & some mud terrains they go everywhere

[@johnnybgood7812]

Wow! I learned so much from this video, thanks. I’ve had air suspension on Land Rovers previously and had some issues. I’d definitely go springs after watching this.

[@SeanDuPhotographer]

Always love your old vs new videos. Would love to see a comparison with the WK as well. I wish I could bring mine.

[@hoagieman26]

WK and XK with Quadra-Drive-II were the BEST!

[@SeanDuPhotographer]

@@hoagieman26 QDII really works. Once followed an open-diff truck, where it struggled the QDII handled with ease, no momentum needed.

[@henryjones6957]

I always wonder why the WK is so underrepresented in the Jeep community. I loved mine. I had the Euro version called WH. it was build by magna steyr, in the same place where they build the Mercedes G.

[@islandlazy99]

Nice job handling the “busybodies.” That kind of thing happens to me all the time.

[@h3e44]

I got so pissed off for Roman like da hell git on somewhere damn 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. Total vibe killers ugh

[@matthewprather7386]

"Overland" is the name of an early 20th century car company. Willys bought them in 1908, and the combined company became Willys-Overland in 1912. The Overland name was dropped when Kaiser bought the company in 1953. The Overland badge on these trim Jeeps is essentially the same as the one used by the original company. "Overlanding" has existed a lot longer than the current fad! :)

[@salem9477]

Back then, all cars were overlanders.

[@daleliske9757]

The Overland name has become a top notch name, just like Denali. We have one, 2008, with the Mercedes 3.0 turbo diesel. It was the top of the line for a Grand cherokee. Bought it used 5 years ago. Not impressed. The turbo was changed before I bought it, with 130,000. Mercedes says to change the turbo at 125,000 , it was changed before I bought it. $6000. Per dealership records invoice. The radio doesn't work. Quit working after I bought it, my father has a 1954 Chevrolet with a working radio. Original. Sure, it's only AM. But it works after 69 years ! Obviously Chrysler can't make a radio with new technology to last past 10 years.! My wife bought a 2017 Grand cherokee in 2019, had 22,000 miles on it, at 88,000 miles the 8 spd transmission blew up.! 1,2nd and 3rd gears destroyed. $5500 TO FIX. I'll never buy another Chrysler product.

[@BryantAvant]

I've had 3 WJ because I love how they handle on and off road. They've saved my life a few times. Still have one even through I have a nice newer WK2.

[@zaccorpseman7366]

Great review. Though I have a 2011 Overland Hemi and it's been a good ride, I would still trust the WJ in terms of offroading. Nothing beats solid axles especially when you have two of them front and rear

[@khakiswag]

The Trailblazer with the straight 6 also had the front half shafts going through the oil pan with the obvious problems that went along with it when it got older.

[@timyestim]

I had the Saab version and while I loved it especially with the 5.3 V8 which also had the half shafts through the oil pan, those axle seals never stopped leaking other than for about 2 weeks after replacing them, but you didn't have to wait long for them to start dripping again.

[@christopherbrown1391]

I hope they understand that when they design that is the difference between Toyota and American competition they go for reliable design and I can’t stand Toyota but you gotta give them credit for simple smart things

[@GHinWI]

I think they first did it with the Oldsmobile Toronado in the ‘70’s

[@DrRhyperior]

Had a 96 and an 01’ GC. 01 died a few weeks ago, 96 has been gone for a bit. Miss the 96 more. Square body, more aggressive looking done right.. did some good bombing in the 96. Took everything and wanted more.

[@trabertgraneau3323]

It’s amazing how much the Grand Cherokee has changed during the years.

[@ninjabearpress2574]

Yeah, I was watching them play with the touchscreen and hoping they didn't accidentally fire the phasers.

[@AndreiDRoman]

From decent to dainty 😂

[@jonjacob1962]

As a 31 year old "crotchety" person who also has a bad back, that was one of the reasons I didn't get the overland with the air suspension. That and the price tag. It was just a little outside of my budget.

[@Mac10Daddy]

Honestly, I think the WJ is the best looking of the 3

[@ninjabearpress2574]

As an 04 owner, I agree.

[@eb9978]

Glad you realized going into Rock puts you in OR2. It is a rough ride but the Wk2 is a beast. I took my V6 on a trail ride with off roaders and they were amazed at the capabilities...with Pirelli street tires.

[@user-pt6io2cq9n]

WJ is better. Solid axles wins off-road. Every. Single. Time.

[@brianhughes84]

You can just hit the button to override it and put it back in OR1 while remaining in rock mode.

[@Kwikrnu]

I have a wk2 diesel with QDII, and a 2007 wk diesel with QDII. For off-road the wk with QDII is better because the front axle locks. Unfortunately, Jeep discontinued the locking front axle with the wk2.

[@hoagieman26]

Correct...idk why they would do that...

[@Kwikrnu]

@@hoagieman26 cost, noise complaints, warranty issues.

[@jbaugh8329]

Love my wj with Quadra drive vari-lockers, super comfy and with a mild lift and larger tires it defiantly can keep up with most vehicles out there

[@KurNorock]

I bought a 98 ZJ in 2011 for $4k. I put $3k into a long arm suspension lift and 33in MT tires. You would be absolutely shocked at the places I've taken it. Even without lockers or limited slip.

[@ryanwilson6162]

Owned 4 WJ's. First one in High School. Fast forward 20 years, I've never kept a car as long as the 1999 WJ that got me through college and 2' snow showers. It was an INCREDIBLE car. Just traded my 2021 Subaru Crosstrek for my old 2012 Jeep KK Liberty (was back up for sale). Made 8K on the sale of the Crosstrek and got out of a car payment. Love Subarus like our Ascent for 4 kids, but forgot how much I loved the Jeep durability. See another WJ in our future.

[@dsimpleman67]

The “Old and Crotchety” guy is the one who can afford the Grand Cherokee. I was surprised to see the 2022 do better then the 21. Nice job Jeep!

[@robgoffroad]

I'll take my 2002 Overland over the new ones anyday... 3" lift and 31" Duratracs and it goes anywhere. My Varilocks still work too, although I'm (slowly) building a pair of axles with 4.56's and real lockers that will eventually get swapped in along with a long-arm lift. And when I'm ready for more power, I'll drop in an LS instead of a camshaft-eating HEMI.

[@tylerfoster828]

I'll take my WK2 that doesn't need any mods to go anywhere

[@robgoffroad]

@@tylerfoster828 Hahahah okay if that video didn't make it apparent that the WK2 isn't half the Jeep the WJ is, I dunno what will.

[@Jboost412]

@@tylerfoster828 sorry but the WK2 will get you stuck in real trails-mud-rocks long before my WJ now yes my particular WJ does have upgrades like real lockers & new carriers with higher gear ratios swapped in place of my 20yr old worn out factory ones a fresh suspension lift to accommodate obstacles in the trails we have a XK with QD2 a JK that replaced out WK2 because of the soccer mom feel this video is showing Jeeps in very light duty trails where the more car like Jeeps are already struggling not trying to take anything away from the comfort of a WK2 but they’re definitely not world renowned for hardcore off road capability

[@waterloo123100]

Ls motors just drop transmissions no big deal

[@meaninglessvalue7778]

@waterloo123100 you're really gonna talk about dropping transmissions on a WJ video LMAO they shoulda never left the AW4, my xjs hit reverse doing 60 and locked the tires, and never skipped a beat, trans is in the garage for a spare currently.

[@1AceDeuce]

My 2001 4.7 WJ limited still running strong! Great offroad and snow.

[@Alex.AL_26]

you guys need to get a WK and test that generation too, that is the best generation in my opinion, It has a lot of the tech of the newer grand Cherokees while still having a solid rear axle.

[@ramonponce870]

Just bought a 2021 Trailhawk. Thanks for the video. Really like the father-son aspect of your show. Keep up the good work.

[@fcg243]

I actually liked the 2004 model vs the overly expensive newer ones. 200k+ on a Jeep and most people think Toyotas/Hondas are the only models to reach that many miles.

[@lstruggy]

My 2007 wk jgc just hit 213k mikes and she’s still strong and smooth! It’s just a laredo v6 3.7 4wd but in my head I drive a track hawk 😎

[@smittysmitty481]

Happy Holidays Gents & thank you for all the cool content!

[@vanderz1012]

Would still love to see the WK 1 on the channel haven't seen that one yet it's really great ours walks up anything we throw at it

[@tonydrony2670]

Love the banta between you guys.. father and son comedy at its off-road best … love all you guys on the channel.. merry Christmas from Darwin Australia 🇦🇺

[@gunplaytv]

Banter*

[@tonydrony2670]

@@gunplaytv W⚓️

[@RichardsWorld]

On the Overland you can order it with an off-road package that changes the wheels to 18 inch, I think some extra skid plates, bigger axles, the Trail-Rated badge, and a few more things.

[@johnmiller7682]

That WJ has the tow package. That means it has a rear limited slip.

[@bryanwolfe9350]

Nice comparison, some more extreme tests should have revealed even more disparity of how much better a solid axle is.

[@GriffinCorpOne]

SOS the best father and son in the business! So much enjoyment from watching these videos.

[@jasonanderson4915]

My zj has different modes for the various scenarios you may encounter during its operation. Park, Reverse, and Drive.

[@LavaGreyQ5]

Great video like always!

[@MountainMasella]

Tommy: I should stop wearing glasses :)

[@dustsmoke]

When you put the WK2 in rock mode it automatically goes to offroad height 2. So you set it, then dialed to rock which changed the setting again. That Trailhawk has quadra drive 2 so here are what those settings actually do. •Auto - When in 4WD High range the vehicle height is at NRH. The vehicle systems are set to normal performance settings. Combines optimal traction with seamless steering feel. When in 4WD Low range the vehicle height adjusts to 38 mm (1.49 in.) above NRH, the transfer case locks, and the transmission shifting adjusts to off road shifting. •Sport - When in 4WD High range the vehicle height adjusts to 15 mm (0.59 in.) below NRH. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and traction control tuning thresholds are raised, and the Antilock Brake Control (ABS) allows less wheel slip, all to allow more driver control. Also the transmission shifting adjusts to a higher performance shifting. Not available in 4WD Low range. •Snow - When in 4WD High range the vehicle height is at NRH. Traction control is adjusted to allow less wheel slip, and initial vehicle launch will be in second gear. When in 4WD Low range the vehicle height adjusts to 33 mm (1.3 in.) above NRH, the transfer case locks, the transmission shifting and ABS adjusts to off road settings. •Sand/Mud - When in 4WD High range the vehicle height adjusts to 38 mm (1.49 in.) above NRH. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) tuning threshold is raised, and the ABS allows less wheel slip to allow more driver control. When in 4WD Low range the vehicle height adjusts to 38 mm (1.49 in.) above NRH. The transfer case and the Electronic Limited Slip Differential (ELSD) locks, the transmission shifting and ABS adjusts to off road settings. •Rock - Not available in 4WD High range. When in 4WD Low range the vehicle height adjusts to 65 mm (2.6 in.) above NRH. The transfer case and the ELSD locks, the transmission shifting and ABS adjusts to off road settings, and hill descent control is activated for steep downhill control.

[@frh-freerangehuman]

Advanced aged dad moment was hilarious and hit home lol Romans video appearances are starting to have that Benny Hill feel. As a 57 year old dude I appreciate that 😂

[@timpdx69]

On my 4th GC - a 2021 Trailhawk with the Hemi, much like the one you tested. I cannot comment on the newest coming out, but having had a 1996, 2008, 2010 and the 2021, the 2021 is the most capable so far. Yes, in the highest setting on the air suspension the ride is very stiff, but all factors considered I'm a big fan of it. That added clearance is hugely beneficial. And you can't downplay the importance of tire choice. I've attempted the same climbs in the same vehicle with basic AT's as well as the KO2's, and the grip was night and day different. I have no doubt you wouldn't get the wheel spin you did had you put the KO2's on the 2021. At the end of the day, I've loved all my Jeeps and interested to see how the 2022 fares in the real world (not that I'll be getting it any time soon!)

[@user-ii5dx8wh5f]

i have trailhawk 2019 now use micky tomsom degan AT38 mach better than bf goodrich

[@NYRIKAN]

AIR SUSPENSION?

[@user-ii5dx8wh5f]

@@NYRIKAN yes

[@BorellaFamilyAdventures]

I had a 18 Trailhawk with the 3.6L. Loved it for road trips and was always surprised by the capability. I did have A TON of quality issues that ended up with the car being a Lemon after being in the shop for 5 of the first 11 month of its life. Ultimately, my LR3 was more reliable, more comfortable and more capable.

[@BorellaFamilyAdventures]

@@robertyoung8289 it’s not uncommon for the LR3 to go 250-350k miles. They were actually very stout.

[@2403rygar]

I have an LR3 with the rear locker and it is amazing!

[@BorellaFamilyAdventures]

@@2403rygar yeah, mine has the HD PACKAGE you

[@2403rygar]

@@BorellaFamilyAdventures Yep.

[@paulj9821]

@CarEnjoyer Yeah in Lalala land. The irony of claiming a POS LR is better quality. Oh and I used to work at the LR dealership fixing those pile of junks.

[@trixkid27]

Like always you guys make great reviews 👌

[@scottromero4004]

I had a 1999 wj limited with a 4.7 and qd2.thing was amazing. Now I have a 2006 xk limited 4.7,great jeep too just miss the front solid axle

[@insxmnia_exe]

Lmao when tommy said “your advanced age has failed you there,” 😂😂😂

[@NanoSchaap]

Congrats on the new / quasi old JGC. I do have a 2015 Overland EcoDiesel and just love it. Wouldn’t put on the Colorado trails though. Happy Holidays.

[@qrobinso]

Proof that new and fancy isn't always what certain drivers want. If I wanted a BMW or Land Rover I would've bought one. I wanted a Jeep for a reason. Had a 2004 Grand Cherokee Special Edition. Loved that Truck. It was indestructible. Got a 2015 Limited and was afraid to take it out. Oh and love the tape deck and CD player. LOL

[@Algonqiun]

Funny you guys did this comparison, I traded in my 19 Cherokee trailhawk for a 22 GC-L Altitude(needed room for increasing size of the family) and bought an 04 GC to go to camp

[@BasementBerean]

Really informative video guys. I drove a ZJ Grand Cherokee (would have been great to see one of those in your comparison) from when I bought it new in 1996 to when I sold it last year. After watching your comparison, I think my next Jeep will be a wrangler.

[@ascendantrobin3230]

seems like i waited YEARS for TFL to review the WJ and even before watching I KNEW it would own the competition! ✊😎 so much love for those ole Jeeps!

[@chrisrush5166]

On my WK2 I use off-road #2 very rarely. I find that off-road #1 is good for most stuff. It’s nice to have #2 tho, when you need it.

[@stout_tossme7541]

I loved watching the WJ doing what they do.

[@mathewpennington7049]

My wife has a 2002 jeep grand cherokee limited. We searched and found one with a bad engine. I built a 4.7ho motor that has very impressive power. Found the other day the floor has dried blood aaaallllll over. My wife was rear ended and now disabled from the accident. Its a cursed jeep which can only be drivin short distance. Both us are disabled and now income and desperate for a new vehicle. The new jeep is beautiful and just way way to expensive since we couldn't even do Christmas this year is just a dream. Thanks for sharing and great video

[@j.jamison1051]

My 91 xj with 4 litre was unstoppable. Now have a 02 wj with the 4.7. No matter what type of weather/terrains, it's getting you home.

[@GentleGiantFan]

WJ for me. I had one for 8 years. Great vehicle. I'd get another one if I didn't love my JKUR so much. That '22 GC is pretty sharp too, but not a fan of that price tag.

[@AndreiDRoman]

If you can keep the body intact ish just swap engine and transmission when needed. It'll last forever.

[@toramax80]

thanks alot guys. the best content i've ever seen!

[@BBlackmen]

First off let me say I think this video is absolutely amazing I've been waiting for you guys to do mine like this so thank you so much I am really really impressed with the new 22 Jeep Grand Cherokee I think the all-wheel-drive system and how they have updated it is light-years above what it used to be the response is just incredible and even without off-road tires it never got stuck it performed just well all three did an amazing job I think the 22 Jeep Grand Cherokee is absolutely the best

[@Steve-yr5vi]

This is dry weather; I've seen GC's with stock tires get stuck in 2" of mud on flat ground, more than once. Had to drive in with a Wrangler and proper off-road tires to get him.

[@khafrebevins3025]

@@Steve-yr5vi that’s why you upgrade your tires. Tires make a big difference

[@nahog99]

@@khafrebevins3025 Tires are THE ONLY THING thing matters when it comes to getting grip on the ground.

[@Qugie]

20:12 Overland is the Higher trim than the Trial hawk you just don't have the off-road package on it.

[@overland505]

Love my WJ, it goes wherever I point it, 4" longarm lift and a 4.0 liter

[@menotyou7762]

well I have owned all 3 and now own a WK2 sterling edition, the newest version is by far the most comfortable and best looking. I have never got stuck anywhere and thats all we need to count

[@Dusther210]

I would love to see a ZJ vs WJ vs Wk1 vs WK2 vs WL shootout Which grand is most grand

[@curtislaketek2952]

exactly but Wk hemi with front and rear ELSDs and must be 09 or 10 version. love mine

[@bobquattrini1787]

The Xj will outwheel them all..

[@Dusther210]

@@curtislaketek2952 definitely have to use the WKs with Quadra drive 2

[@27Zangle]

My mother has a 2018 Grand Cherokee with just 7k miles (she does not drive much). I have found it to handle amazingly well in the snow and inclement weather. However, while it is nice inside, I feel claustrophobic on drives that go anywhere outside town. The seats are not that great either and there are some visibility issues. It's a nice car and my elderly mother really loves it. I've borrowed it to run across state or to the next town a few times over the last couple of years and found it to be a great road trip vehicle as long the interior is kept clean with each stop before it feels cramped. Hers has a 3.6 engine and it gets about 32-33 mpg on the highway at 60mph, which is rather impressive.

[@togo432nextgen]

Love the video, keep up the great work!

[@TFLoffroad]

Thank you for watching.

[@Alex_556]

Nice comparison! However, for the sake of truth, would be nice to also see a WK with newer Quadra Drive II. While it works it works very efficiently.

[@phelandeluna5439]

That feature for hill ascent is most likely found in the instrument panel menu...because my 08 WKO has it.

[@Fix_It_Again_Tony]

What Tommy said about "ground clearance" in the ancient Cherokee is very true. Despite having the least "ground clearance" it performed very well. I wish you guys wouldn't just repeat the factory ground clearance numbers when talking about review vehicles. In trucks this is often measured from the lowest point which is usually the rear axle center. Instead belly height might be a better metric for off roading. When I have gotten hung up off road due to insufficient "ground clearance" it is almost always in the middle of the vehicles, never on the rear axle center. The breakover angle is a way to quantify the ration of the belly height to the wheelbase, but not many people look at an obstacle and think " I need 20 or more degrees of break over angle for that". Just a simple measuring tape from the lowest point of the belly to the ground is much more intuitive. Maybe mention the wheelbase and the breakover angle at the same time, but the factory stated "ground clearance" number is often misleading. To be far with the air suspension I am sure both of the newer Jeeps had greater belly height then the ancient one, but again Tommy was right to point out that is only one way to judge a vehicle's off road capability.

[@trailrunnah8886]

Good point on the ground clearance. And on a solid-axle vehicle it's never less than that number. Even when the suspension compresses fully, you still have say 9" of clearance under the pumpkin, never less. On an IFS vehicle, as the suspension compresses the structure of the vehicle gets closer to the ground. Independent vehicles seem to have greater static ground clearance, but real-world ground clearance advantage goes to the solid-axle. Think about if you drive one wheel up on a 3" tall rock with a solid-axle. You'll get 3in of extra clearance on that side of the vehicle. If you drive an independent suspension vehicle up on a 3in tall rock, the suspension will compress 3in on that side and you have the same if not less ground clearance. Also in some of these ifs vehicles, everything hangs so low you don't even have a ground clearance advantage. My 4Runner is rated at 9.6 inch of ground clearance with almost 32-inch tires. (The front skid plate was missing when I bought it, so I added an after-market one.) I measured 7.5 in under the skid plate, the same as my Volvo wagon with 27 inch tall tires. Now I could lift it 3in to get more ground clearance, however that's basically like with these air suspension vehicles, now I'm riding around with pretty much no down travel, because I've used most of my down travel in lifting the vehicle.

[@KITLEVEY]

We own a 2004 and a 2019. I would recommend the 'two solid axle' 2004 all day long. Maintenance (you can align this yourself) and reduced degree of electronic complexity is for me. My '04 V8 (not the Hi Output) gives me 16 - 17 MPG and plenty of acceleration. there is also a straight six option that comes in at just 30 HP less and will run forever. The 5 speed transmission is built By Mercedes and the transfer case has locked 4-wheel option. This machine has taken me places I did not expect it could go and I can have 10 of these for the price of one new one.

[@TonerLow]

my 99 4.7 WJ with 230k still gets me to work every day. great rig.

[@JRs-guitars]

Technology vs solid axles...no contest lol. Even though I have a 2018 GC Limited, I tried to find a 2001-2004 to buy and keep my truck but they're hard to find in Vegas so just traded my RAM for the 2018 GC. But it's funny how the trail hawk slipped more than the QT2

[@jasonpaiva4793]

Good morning 🌄 Ya'all I look forward to waking up with Prayer, Strong coffee & TFL content, Keep up the great work. Hope all TFL family's have an Amazing Christmas 🎄season 🙏

[@shkotayd9749]

Not only a fantastic review, but 100% father/son times lol xD I loved it!

[@Gudi102]

I have a 95 ZJ, a 05 WK and a 12 WK2, and although I love them all, the solid Axl totally makes the difference on offroad.

[@femininebeauty5934]

I love my old school 03 jeep grand Cherokee Larado 4.0. Wouldn't change for newer model! 👍🏼☺️💕

[@edm8659]

I've got a 2020 north edition on an old man emu lift with HD springs it's gotten me into and out of sticky situations pretty well so far. I had an 04 wj rwd which caused me to trade my sports car in for a wk2 within a month. I do wish there were a little more offroad chops to the newer ones though.

[@jhgeetars1172]

I like the old one the best. Reminds me of my younger years :) - Perfect size and practical design.

[@ninjabearpress2574]

I drove a Grand Cherokee in high school driver's ed so when I found an 04 in my price range, I went for it, no regrets.

[@scotiez]

Roman and Tommy, You guys are great. I get where each of you guys are coming from on ride comfort. Tommy is right for the younger crowd. As I have had 2 Jeep wranglers both 2 door versions. a 2003 TJ and a 2010 JK. Loved them both. Now i have a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. I am 61 years old so this is where I agree with Roman on ride comfort, and I also have a bad back. I no longer like the ruff ride and like something more smooth. I have been looking at the new Grand Cherokee for my next vehicle but it would have to be a trailhawk for me, but I don't think they are out yet. Hopefully soon as I would like to try one out.