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Originally Posted by FSETH
What are you talking about?
Yes, I have seen that thread.
I never said X5's were reliable. In fact, I warn many potential buyers about the problems I have experienced.
I was just stating that Jeep Cherokee reliability is garbage as well. I wouldn't buy either of them if reliability was one of my major concerns. Last I checked, indy Jeep mechanics were making money too.  |
I owned a 2006 Jeep SRT8 (first model year), and it was.... about as unreliable as my 2010 X5 M. Maybe a little better. I think my M has been in the shop more often. However, the biggest issue I had with the Jeep was the TCM that had to be replaced twice. Biggest issue with the X5 M has been a vacuum tube that needed replacing. Both issues were equally serious, although the M had to be towed back to the dealership.
Performance-wise, the SRT8 "felt" quicker off the line. I measured 1.15g in the first 0.1 second in launches with the Srt8. That feels like the space shuttle. However, the X5 M is definitely much quicker, based on my speedometer. In one of my benchmarks, the Srt8 would hit 110 mph and the X5 M would already be at 130mph in the same distance. However, the SRT8 "felt" much more brutal in its power delivery. The handling, however, (and the AWD system) was TERRIBLE. Very poor handling and extremely uncomfortable ride. Unacceptable in my opinion... But understandeable when you see the price differential.
I am keen to see the next gen SRT8. I definitely respect the big displacement hemi and the true American muscle aspect. Who knows, I may even pick one up.... not to replace the M, but to sit alongside.
01-26-2011, 03:25 PM
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