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Old 01-31-2012, 12:21 AM
spdrun spdrun is offline
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Originally Posted by Nate View Post
The 6cy has a 3500lb tow rating, the 4cyl has a 1500 tow rating, but the brakes and curb weights are the same. They only came with the 4cyl fwd if it was a 5 speed. Depending on the year, the 4cyl has between 150hp and 170hp. My jeep had 150hp, 220k miles ago. I'll do fine power wise for my towing needs with the 4cyl.
Power isn't the only consideration when calculating tow rating -- is the 4 cyl's transmission and clutch up to the job of towing ~3000 lb? I'd still consider looking for another Cherokee XJ in nicer shape than yours.
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