I am currently looking for a jeep wrangler and i found one that is a 98' and a 2.5L engine, 6 cylinder. is that good for a 98 or just generally speaking for jeap wranglers. i want a good car. Any other suggestions, open to anything
2007-07-03 14:39:22 · 11 answers · asked by stix246 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Jeep
Get the 4.0 I-6, they are some of the most reliable motors ever built, much better than the 2.5.
2007-07-03 14:43:14 · answer #1 · answered by Jr. Mechanic 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you're looking to build your Jeep for offroading, I'd recommend the 4.0L engine, because once you start putting bigger tires on the Wrangler, the 2.5L can have a hard time getting power to them and your highway speeds will drop down.
If you're looking for something to drive around town, it doesn't really matter which one you get. A 2.5L might get a little better mileage, but you don't buy a Wrangler for mileage, anyway.
2007-07-05 09:21:39 · answer #2 · answered by Nandina (Bunny Slipper Goddess) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The 2.5 Liter is a 4 cylinder not a 6 cylinder. The 4 cylinder engines have plastic valve covers. So I'd never own any jeep with a 4 cylinder.
2007-07-04 04:20:20 · answer #3 · answered by Bill S 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would definetly go with the 4.0 Liter. I have a 91 jeep that came stock with the 2.5 and after I lifted it it had no power, the 4.0 is a much more reliable and stronger choice.
2007-07-04 10:31:30 · answer #4 · answered by trav w 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A 2.5L isn't going to have much power and is going to be wound up tight to maintain highway speeds. The 4.0L is a much better option.
2007-07-03 15:00:57 · answer #5 · answered by mustanger 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My 98 Sport has the 4.0, I think it is better the the 2.5 especially if you have bigger than stock tires.
2007-07-03 17:53:56 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
my cousin has a jeep, he used to have a 2.5 but he swaped it out for a 4.0 liter for more power, a 2.5 is good on gas and great if you use your jeep for highway use, and don't have big tires, but if you go muddin or rock crawlin alot you definenly want a 4.0 woich still gets o.k gass milage
2007-07-06 15:32:39 · answer #7 · answered by Kyle 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
2.5L is a 4 cylinder. Get the 4.0L six.
2007-07-03 15:47:31 · answer #8 · answered by eferrell01 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
the 4.0 will last forever one of the best built. I have it in my 94 cherokee. and it has hi miles and runs everyday, thank the Lord
2007-07-06 13:52:41 · answer #9 · answered by beachy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
2.5 is 4 cyl and 4.0 is six cyl. you want the 4.0 better torque and better for off highway
2007-07-03 20:47:47 · answer #10 · answered by curious6710 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋