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This is a Rival, not a clone
Ford isn't new to the offroading game, and unlike Toyota who was emulating the Xterra with the FJ Cruiser, Ford is targeting Jeep but also doing there own there. Besides that, Ford already entered a R into Baja, and did pretty well for their first attempt with the new vehicle.
As many have pointed out, they're more going for the Adventuring/Overlanding/High Speeds crowd from what it looks like vs Jeeps Rock Crawling. Also remember that Ford has the Raptor out long enough to know what they can do with the IFS.
Unlike Jeep, they're offering two turbo engines to Jeeps NA V6 that'll blow if you slap a blower of some sort on it or Turbo 4/Diesel 6 that ONLY come with automatics.
Ford has Ford Racing, so there's a chance that along with the aftermarket, sure they'll have a SFA kit available for those who want it.
Now of course, there are those of you who already have your mind made up, and that's fine, you wanted this to be a pure Wrangler Slayer and are disappointed. This isn't for you guys, this is for those who are kinda sorta on the fence or just looking for a positive take on things.
Just my 2 cents
Ford isn't new to the offroading game, and unlike Toyota who was emulating the Xterra with the FJ Cruiser, Ford is targeting Jeep but also doing there own there. Besides that, Ford already entered a R into Baja, and did pretty well for their first attempt with the new vehicle.
As many have pointed out, they're more going for the Adventuring/Overlanding/High Speeds crowd from what it looks like vs Jeeps Rock Crawling. Also remember that Ford has the Raptor out long enough to know what they can do with the IFS.
Unlike Jeep, they're offering two turbo engines to Jeeps NA V6 that'll blow if you slap a blower of some sort on it or Turbo 4/Diesel 6 that ONLY come with automatics.
Ford has Ford Racing, so there's a chance that along with the aftermarket, sure they'll have a SFA kit available for those who want it.
Now of course, there are those of you who already have your mind made up, and that's fine, you wanted this to be a pure Wrangler Slayer and are disappointed. This isn't for you guys, this is for those who are kinda sorta on the fence or just looking for a positive take on things.
Just my 2 cents
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