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So I'm 3 months and 7000 miles into Bronco ownership. I sold my FJC to my buddy and have been in a 2 door Badlands with 2.3 manual. I've taken it on a week long trip in the mountains, four 8 hour hwy trips and daily driving it of 3 months. So I figured I update y'all how it stacks up to the FJC (in my opinion).
1. Less space: I know it's not apples to apples but the 2 door Bronco is much smaller inside. My kids are grown and it perfect for me. Front seat area is great and even the back seats, but cargo area is tiny.
2. Towing: 3500 lbs isn't a lot and it really would be the max i would tow. I pulled a trailer the other day with my Diesel Mule on it. Total weight was around 2700lbs. It was noticeable. I've pulled close to the same with the FJC and the body sway and squat was about the same, but the FJC engine didn't seem to work as hard.
3. Loaded down: Now I just said towing it wasn't as good, BUT loaded down even with the roof top tent, it is just as good loaded down as the FJC. We had two people and everything need for a week in the woods, It was awesome on and off road.
4. MPG: Here is somewhere the Bronco is amazing. If I don't drive like a hoon and bang gears (which is hard now that I deleted the muffler) is get 19-21mpg. We got 18mpg loaded with RTT from Tx to Co and back. That is the best my FJC would do empty.
5. Driver Tech & Comfort: FJC = None. Bronco = Amazing. This is where the Bronco is better in every way. I have the Lux Package but even my buddies base is better.
6. Off Road: Best way to put this, my wife HATED wheeling the FLC. She kept taking the wheel from me. Sorry for most of y'all who will get mad, but the tech and design is just better.
7. Daily: Driving around town, it's easier. Maybe because of being able to see better but it's just easier for some reason. I'm even in a manual and my FJC was auto.
8. Coolness: I get about the same reaction from people. Same type of people who liked the FJC like the Bronco. I would have to say the Bronco just because I have the Roof and doors off as much as possible.
9. Support: This vehicle has only been out for 2 years and the aftermarket support is already WAY past the FJC. Plus, the fact there are so many companies making parts, they are already more affordable.
10. Build Quality: THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM. Only time will tell. I have had one problem and I don't know were to put it. A corner of the transfer case was damaged before installed. Almost impossible to see but cause a very light leak. It was on a top edge where the gasket surface is. Defiantly happened when install or before. Dealer ordered new T-case and is taking care of it.
I love the Bronco and "for me" I think it's better in every way that count. Ask me in 100k miles and maybe it will be different. Just a little write up for anyone on the fence, you can't go wrong with FJC or Bronco.
1. Less space: I know it's not apples to apples but the 2 door Bronco is much smaller inside. My kids are grown and it perfect for me. Front seat area is great and even the back seats, but cargo area is tiny.
2. Towing: 3500 lbs isn't a lot and it really would be the max i would tow. I pulled a trailer the other day with my Diesel Mule on it. Total weight was around 2700lbs. It was noticeable. I've pulled close to the same with the FJC and the body sway and squat was about the same, but the FJC engine didn't seem to work as hard.
3. Loaded down: Now I just said towing it wasn't as good, BUT loaded down even with the roof top tent, it is just as good loaded down as the FJC. We had two people and everything need for a week in the woods, It was awesome on and off road.
4. MPG: Here is somewhere the Bronco is amazing. If I don't drive like a hoon and bang gears (which is hard now that I deleted the muffler) is get 19-21mpg. We got 18mpg loaded with RTT from Tx to Co and back. That is the best my FJC would do empty.
5. Driver Tech & Comfort: FJC = None. Bronco = Amazing. This is where the Bronco is better in every way. I have the Lux Package but even my buddies base is better.
6. Off Road: Best way to put this, my wife HATED wheeling the FLC. She kept taking the wheel from me. Sorry for most of y'all who will get mad, but the tech and design is just better.
7. Daily: Driving around town, it's easier. Maybe because of being able to see better but it's just easier for some reason. I'm even in a manual and my FJC was auto.
8. Coolness: I get about the same reaction from people. Same type of people who liked the FJC like the Bronco. I would have to say the Bronco just because I have the Roof and doors off as much as possible.
9. Support: This vehicle has only been out for 2 years and the aftermarket support is already WAY past the FJC. Plus, the fact there are so many companies making parts, they are already more affordable.
10. Build Quality: THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM. Only time will tell. I have had one problem and I don't know were to put it. A corner of the transfer case was damaged before installed. Almost impossible to see but cause a very light leak. It was on a top edge where the gasket surface is. Defiantly happened when install or before. Dealer ordered new T-case and is taking care of it.
I love the Bronco and "for me" I think it's better in every way that count. Ask me in 100k miles and maybe it will be different. Just a little write up for anyone on the fence, you can't go wrong with FJC or Bronco.
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