Manual Transmission 2.3L which is best? Badlands or Big Bend with Sasquatch

[manualT]

I am 1000% only considering the manual and my initial order was for the Badlands with the regular 33" tires (non sasquatch) 4 Door Model.

Since the weights have been published, I was considering changing my build to a Big Bend with Sasquatch package due to the Black Diamond weighing ~ 500lbs less than The Badlands - Which would potentially offset the larger tires for initial torque and driver feel?

Being a manual fan, I am inclined to look at weight, gearing, peak TQ, tire diameter, etc...

The only mods I would do, would be performance oriented, the 2.3L Power Pack if offered and an exhaust. All other items will remain OEM.

Is there any consensus between these two of which might be better for the manual 2.3L?

Thank you for any help!!

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[the poacher]

Hey MT, If you do a tune and exhaust, based on what I have read, you will have a powerful enough 2.3 to keep a smile on your face. As to which model, saving 500 lbs is substantial, but with 35's vs 33's, I think you will find the difference minimal.