Owned both .. I had a 2016 current gen Tacoma TRD Off Road (loaded) and a 2021 Gladiator Rubicon (loaded) so while I don't have the Mojave I can speak for Gladiator. So loaded option to loaded option. The Jeep has a way nicer interior, JBL system Toyota to Jeep Alpine. Alpine for the win both in sound and features. Seating is better in the Jeep, your not on the floor and there is more room in the back seat than Tacoma. Gas mileage - Toyota for the win here. It's not a HUGE difference but the Gladiator is more thirsty. Engine - Jeep. It has way better low end torque which could be because it has an extra two gears in automatic transmission. Stats show Tacoma is a bit quicker in 1/4 mile but I can tell ya 0-40 Gladiator will walk it. The Toyota 3.5 lacked low end torque that the pervious generation 4.0L that was in my FJ and step dads Tacoma had. Transmission: Jeep ..two extra gears and a real biggy it isn't always searching for a gear. Off Road : Both are good really good....Rubicon is better but it should be its got a locker in rear and front plus electric sway bar disconnects and a crawler transfer case. Compared to Mojave (I don't own a Mojave) but both have rear lockers and normal transfer case but I would still give it to Jeep. Mojave has a straight axle up front for better articulation bigger tires and where Jeep really shines and where Toyota annoys me is stock tires. Jeeps come with decent tires every Toyota off road truck I've ever owned came with one step above a car tire and that was all off road packages on those trucks. On road: Toyota; That's the trade off of a straight axle front end it will drift a bit more than IFS. 2020 Gladiators where notorious for drifting at highway speeds due to an aluminum steering box the 2021 is steel MUCH better and for a buddy of mine the dealer swapped his for new one at no charge. Truck stuff: I think Gladiator tows and halls a bit more than Tacoma. The bed wall height is deeper on Tacoma so you can "stack more" the Gladiator reminds me of older Toyota pickups with a pretty shallow bed depth. I like both trucks. I like the retro vibe of the Gladiator and love its looks and for fun factor take half the roof off or all of it. Take the doors off :) BUT For a "normal modern looking truck" I think Tacoma is the best looking out there and that includes even the full size trucks. The Jeep again loaded top of the line model vs Tacoma top of the line ....Jeep it's just nicer, but then again it should be it will cost ya about an extra $12,000.

I’m a Toyota man so my Tacoma I have a tundra pro I had a couple jeeps back in the days I think the jeep is more capable but the Toyotas much more reliable

@hiroshi641

2 жыл бұрын

I like this phrase so much >>"Jeep is more capable but Toyota much more reliable"

@dangerousfreedom4965

2 жыл бұрын

The jeep is a terrible daily driver IMO. Yes I own one.

@catdaddy3302

2 жыл бұрын

I traded my Tundra on a Gladiator Sport and then a Mohave. I like my Mohave better. I’ve had two 4 Runners and 2 Tacomas over the decades. So I can compare accurately.

You are one of the best reviewers. I have seen them all.

I purchased the mojave! ... the 8spd auto with the V6 pentastar is amazing along with superior sight view and headroom .. drive an auto trans mojave will make your decision alot easier ...

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

Auto is better, manual suffered out there

@billredding2000

3 жыл бұрын

I also considered the Mojave (very nice!) but for up here in Colorado (mountain passes, trails and snowstorms/blizzards), I got the Gladiator Rubicon instead (V6 gas/automatic transmission). Had NO interest in the manual transmission, partly because a manual Gladiator can only tow 4000lbs (too little for my needs), whereas the auto Gladiator can tow 7000lbs. Were I still living in West TX (El Paso), however, I'd probably go Mojave (even though unlike the Rubicon, it doesn't have a front locker/detachable sway-bar). I DO visit El Paso 1-2 times a year, and will be taking my Rubicon out in the desert anyway. I don't expect any issues. ;-) -- BR

@resistthesystem6145

3 жыл бұрын

@@billredding2000 The manual Mojave can tow 4500 lbs. per Jeep’s website. The automatic Sport S Equipped with Max Tow actually tows the most followed by the Automatic Rubicon. Certainly not trying to be an ass, just making sure people get the correct towing capacity before purchasing.

@billredding2000

3 жыл бұрын

@@resistthesystem6145 @Resist: No, you're not an ass at all, and if I was mistaken, I apologize & stand corrected -- thanks. :-) I guess since the ONLY 2 choices for me re: 2021 Jeep Gladiators were the Rubicon and Mojave, period. So I focused on them. Yes, I knew the Sport S with the Max Tow Package can tow 7600lbs, but since I'd never GET a lower-trim Gladiator (or the most expensive /less-capable one -- the High Altitude), the Sport, Sport S, Overland, etc. were off my Gladiator Short List right up front. IIRC though, the Gladiator Rubicon can only two 4000lbs IF it has the 6-speed manual transmission...so THAT version of the Rubicon was out, too -- for me, only one that had the 8-speed automatic would do, and as it can tow 7,000lbs, that's a good deal MORE than I needed (5,000lbs was minimum). And it' sonly 600lbs less than the Sprt S with Max Tow -- insignificant really. The Chevy Colorado ZR2 can tow 5000lbst, one reason I was going to get (Plan A) a ZR2 over a Jeep Wrangler, Ford "vaporware" Bronco -- 3500lbs max capacity was too little. Pathetic: The largest U-Haul trailer (their 6x12 cargo) weighs something like 1980 lbs EMPTY! Hardly any capacity left for a tow-vehicle with a 3500lbs towing-capacity limit. :-( Anyway, I didn't know the Mojave w/ manual transmission could tow 500lbs more than the Rubicon also with the manual. I know the Mojave's rear (final drive) differential has different gearing (1/2 the ratio?) than the Rubicon though, and that makes a difference re: towing capacity. Still, if I had gotten the Mojave with the automatic transmission -- IIRC it will tow 6000lbs -- that would have been fine for me, too. As mentioned earlier, however, up here in Colorado a Rubicon seemed the more appropriate choice -- for me. Happy trails, -- BR

@AntilleanConfederation

2 жыл бұрын

Jeep gladiator needs the 392 hemi like they do the wranglers

TRD Pro all day. I owned a 2012 JKU and the left cylinder head blew at 9,000 miles. Sold my 2019 JLU which had a glitchy radio, windshield that cracked when I turned on the defroster in my driveway, and rattled like a can of spray paint. Bad welds, death wobbling front ends, bad clutch pressure plates, blown engines.... I just can't risk Fiat/Chrysler quality any more. Absolutely love my lunar rock 2021 Tacoma TRD Pro. Far superior truck.

@mikefoehr235

3 жыл бұрын

JEEP was that bad??? Crazy

@Boltdriver70

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed.. Have a 19 pro and it's amazing.

@mails5054

2 жыл бұрын

You bought first year wranglers that had the most issues. I have a 2015 wrangler but i wouldnt ever buy chrysler first year designs lol, they always have defects from manufacturing, its sad they should take more time and slow down. I wish i woulda looked at tacomas before i got the jeep, but it is just so much stronger than the tacoma offroad. The suspension, axles, frame, still wish i had looked at tacomas

Just traded in a 2019 Ram Laramie for a 2021 Mojave. I’m 5’9” and have no problem with the seat , and really don’t care that it’s not power seats. Love the way it looks and drives. In my opinion the ride is not bad on road. The only thing is maybe the wind noice , but it’s a Jeep that you can pull the doors and top off of. Like the Tacoma but love the Mojave

@JasonParham83

3 жыл бұрын

I have a 19' ram big horn and I think I'm about to make the switch as well.

@JasonParham83

2 жыл бұрын

It is now I HAD a 2019 ram. Loving my Gladiator Mojave. But, I miss my rams power and fuel economy. Gladiator fuel economy sucks. It also deiv s horrible compared to my ram. It brings so many more different things to the table though.

@deepbludreams

2 жыл бұрын

Reason the jeep lacks power seats is because the entire interior is waterproof, they could not seal the systems that run the power seats, hence why it's not an option. The jeep is designed to be flooded on the inside, it has drain plugs under the floor mats.

I drove a 2019 TRD and didn't like it at all. The only comparison i had at the time was to my old 1987 Toyota Hilux and my 2000 Tacoma. Both of those just ran more solid. The TRD seemed flimsy and I had several body parts screws comes loose and rattle. The crawl mode made a horrible metal grinding sound when engaged. The metal on the body is pathetically thin where if you lean into it, it can badonk inward. Also the A/C grew weak quickly and the engine would over heat if i idled for a short while with the A/C running. Prior to that i was a lifelong Toyota fan. Not anymore. I feel like Toyota has increasingly geared their truck builds to suit more urban lifestyles. I hated that truck and would tell anyone that would listen. I now own a Gladiator Mojave😊... A real man's truck made of real solid steel like Grandpa's truck.

I enjoyed your video and I drive a 2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave. I think you might have liked your Jeep experience a bit more if you would have been in 4L as the Mojave is made for deep sand and snow is also no problem. Due to the different ratios in the driveline, you can drive the Mojave up to 50 mph in 4L, unlike the Rubicon. The vibration was likely a combination of being in 4H vs 4L. Also the automatic is superb and I would definitely opt for it over the manual. If you get the chance try your drive again with an automatic and drop the tire pressure to 16 psi and put 'er in 4L. Then hold on as it will be a completely different experience. Very Respectfully, Gary

@resistthesystem6145

3 жыл бұрын

Had he been in 4L the chances of stalling are slim to none! Remember the Gladiator has hill start assist, as well as an e-brake. Don’t be afraid to apply a little e-brake to prevent lost momentum and/or clutch burn; once the truck is moving in the desired direction simply release the e-brake and you’re good to go! I own the 6MT and openly admit the ZF auto is the better overall choice; however, I love shifting gears!

Excellent video.

Anyone noticed that although some people like the Toyota better and some like the gladiator better, but the ones that said they drove BOTH, all said they prefer the gladiator😊. I'm one of those.

I’d take the tacoma trd pro over any other midsize truck anyday. It’s just by far the best looking midsize to my eyes and it’s not even close. The seating position never bothered me and I’ve always felt comfortable in it.

@waxifari5528

3 жыл бұрын

All the fear mongering about the seat and the overall room. My family of 4 couldn't be more comfortable.

@Boltdriver70

3 жыл бұрын

Have a 19 pro and it's the best truck I've ever had.

@clyderidge3235

Жыл бұрын

But boring

I have driven both and purchased a gladiator awesome fun truck and love everything about it don't get me wrong Toyota is awesome but the jeep is alot more fun

The Rubicon & Mojave gladiators are badass!! It would be hard for me to drive it everyday knowing that it's closely related to a Dodge product 🤷 I picked up a 3rd gen Tacoma TRD 4x4 off-road with a 6-speed manual transmission, she's slow & thirsty but sexy & reliable af 👍👍💯%🔥 🚛💨

Thanks for the vids! Question, are you Canadian?

Great review. Wish you had the Ranger Tremor as well cause those are the 3 I’m between for what I’m gonna get down the road when I upgrade to a 4wd truck.

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

The Tremor isn’t really at the same level as these two

I own a 2021 Lunar rock TRD PRO with a manual transmission and I love everything about it! I put up a video on it.

@mattsiegel1446

2 жыл бұрын

How much did you pay before tax and tags? MT is like 3k less than auto so website showing about 45k msrp

Trd pro has fox 2.5s with reservoirs in the rear as well..

Got a new Tacoma . Use it 90% for off road use. Mostly high speed stuff. I also like the reliable Toyota engine transmission and IFS for high speed stuff. But , if you do get a Tacoma be aware that you need to spend more $ to fit real tires (35”+) and you need to weld on more reinforcements (upper arm pivots , spindle , and lower control arm subframe ). Also you need to buy an aftermarket front locker. Also also , a re gear ⚙️ of both the front and rear differentials is absolutely necessary for a Tacoma ($3,500). Also also also , might need to carry a spare steering rack or upgrade to a full-size rack and pinion. However, After you spend 1 trillion dollars in mods , the taco will handle way better than the solid front axle jeep . But … it’s gonna be a lot of extra money in mods 😢. I guess if you did a IFS long travel swap on the jeep it would also be sweet. But nothing can fix that floppy front jeep axle. Terrible through the woops. IFS on rocks is fun too. Won’t rock the entire cab after coming off a boulder 🪨. If you don’t want to spend any extra money , then get a heep. I mean jeep.

I live in the Rocky Mountains Alberta Canada and that’s why I have a 2020 TRD pro. I’m glad you really like the jeep but I’ll pick Toyota every time.

@dougcoleburn1579

2 жыл бұрын

I bet you have some cool places to drive! I have a 2020 PRO but no Rocky Mountains! Enjoy

@russellwood8750

2 жыл бұрын

@@dougcoleburn1579 yeah the Rocky mountains are great I did grow up on an island however and sometimes I do miss the ocean.

The Gladiator Rubicon performs better for solid off road and the snow driving.

@mengzilla6496

Жыл бұрын

Yes coming from a a die hard Tacoma owner. I 4x4 with my buddy his Gladiator just has the little extra edge on my truck.

I’m trying to decide between the 2 as well. The Jeep is made more for play but has better towing and I love the idea of taking the doors and roof off. You have to pay a bit more for the moon roof on the Tacoma. I have owned a Tacoma in the past and they are smooth on and off road. They track well in harsh snow conditions as well. I dont have any driving experience in the Gladiator. Nice reveiw👍🏼

Tacoma all the way I recently went through this decision and I went with Toyota Tacoma trd off-road premium love it and happy with my decision

The winter of 2022 was crazy and among all that I got 3 jeeps stuck in the snow or slid off the road and of course I had my 2021 Tacoma manual transmission with my 35' tires and 4' extra on the suspension hahahaha it was great Go out without fear of anything when there was a storm.

Toyota tacoma best in America In Toyota hilux around the world Toyota the best!😁

Bought a 2021 Tacoma last year , TRD off road 4x4 in a automatic fully loaded LED head lights and all , just turned 20k miles the other day and I love it more today than day 1 when I drove it off the Lott with 3 miles on the ODO

Off road plus is available in the rubicon package

Nice truck

I past a lot of Toyota Tacomas on their side .Tip over issues?

The vibrating in the jeep Mojave is called wheel hop.

@christrarback9748

2 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure it happens in any manual

Both good...but Tacoma for me. Love my manual tacoma. Best truck I've ever owned.. and I also think the Tacoma looks better than Jeep all day

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree!

The Jeep Mojave is a great truck best decision I ever made the truck is awesome

Tacoma will outlast that jeep.

Drove both and the Gladiator won out.

@phillipworrall5384

2 жыл бұрын

I had a 2019 jl rubicon for 2yrs and nothing but problems.at dealer..recalls...loose ball joints front ends... etc.. went back to toyota and only rotation and brakes pads..

@betweenthepines4000

2 жыл бұрын

Had a 19’ trd pro 6 speed manual. 6 months and I traded it in. On my second Gladiator, 3.6 and now 3.0 diesel. Absolutely the better truck. My tacoma was a turd, uncomfortable, poor mpg and the touchscreen was a joke. Gladiator hands down wins.

@Shadowdancer777

3 ай бұрын

​@phillipworrall5384 that's because jeeps are crap.

I guess if you're on a budget then buy the Tacoma and if you have money and want to look awesome with removable doors and roof then buy the more expensive gladiator mojave. I currently have a 2019 tacoma with some issues here and there. So I'm not really sure about Toyota reliability.

@es-qf2gw

2 жыл бұрын

@Mervin Manalaysay On a budget--- What budget???? Toyota got rid of the manual transmission on the Lower trim models of the Tacoma, to get the manual transmission of both vehicles there around the same cost

6:45 The slow drop tailgate is not an option, it's standard on all trim levels of the 3rd gen Tacoma

there is no heated steering wheel on the tacoma

Watchung this omw to pick up my 2021 trd pro...lol

Can’t compare manual to auto honesty because as you can see he was complaining a lot of things was due to not knowing how to drive the manual probably didn’t have on the right gear or he probly had it in 4high not 4 low.

Best for camper vehicle in this video

I will take the Toyota everyday. I prefer function over style

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome truck

@Dill_doh

3 жыл бұрын

I tried to convince myself that the gladiator looked good, but man that thing is U-G-L-Y 😂 Tacoma has much better style and function

@tnglator

3 жыл бұрын

The tacoma does not have more function, jeep does easily

@Dill_doh

3 жыл бұрын

@@tnglator I think he might mean function as in reliability

@marklloyd4153

3 жыл бұрын

@@tnglator I have found the one function of the Jeep’s I’ve owned is going in the shop and spending my money . My Toyota’s have never nickel and dime me . My Toyota goes down the road it goes off road it pushes my snowplow and takes me home . Jeep’s have left me stranded . U keep your idea of function I’ll keep mine lol . 👍have a great week

Gladiator for me. Drove them both, bought the Gladiator.

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

Do you off road?

@groot_offroad2958

3 жыл бұрын

@@SamCarLegion absolutely. Big Bear CA, Johnson Valley CA, Glamis, CA, Anza Borrego CA, Moab UT(next weekend) and other random spots along with daily driving.

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

What would you want to watch from a video like this? What more? Genuinely interested? Any specific test?

@groot_offroad2958

3 жыл бұрын

@@SamCarLegion nothing specific. I found this because of all the Gladiator and other midsized trucks I’ve looked at. Plus I like watching comparisons. I may watch a few more by you. Mostly watch off-roading and mod videos. Thank you for asking.

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

@@groot_offroad2958 awesome bud! I am learning how to off road and do more videos in depth and test these vehicles. I love when people like yourself give feedback, bad or good doesn’t matter :)

Mojave is definitely the better rig here.

Got mybrand new 2021 Tacoma TRD 4X4 OFFROAD Premium now for two weeks. Hit the trails with less then 50 miles on the truck. Just one word: AWESOME MACHINE 👌.

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome

Funny how this works….. I have a 2019 TRD PRO , but would love the JEEP,

Auto vs auto hands down Jeep is the winner I have owned both, the Gladiator destroys it off road

id pick the gladiator in a heartbeat. the fact that i can take the doors and roof off is amazing and looks wise i love the boxy design. i've always said the best looking SUVs are the range rover, g class and the wrangler.

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

I know! It’s amazing

@resistthesystem6145

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Don’t forget about the old Mitsubishi 2D Montero which used the Willys platform too!

How tall are you?

I’ve got the Mohave with automatic. I’ve had the standard shift. The automatic makes all the difference! Jeep all the way!

@SamCarLegion

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@catdaddy3302

2 жыл бұрын

I traded my Sport with same motor and 6 speed stick on a automatic Mohave. I know from experience.

I want Answer Same I Think Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro is Faster Than a Jeep Gladiator Mojave

Can u share the address where you take the video?

Of course the Jeep's gonna Out do that foreign Toyota

@12:07 is NOT a drive train lock. That button clearly states "OFF", and you can't engage the rear locker in 4Hi w/out holding the traction-control button for 5sec. @15:45 offroad+ will NOT make it stall; quite the opposite b/c it turns OFF traction control. @17:17 that vibrating is the ESC ... you clearly did NOT read the manual on the different traction control settings. You are spreading tons of mis-information.

That ending🤣..... the toyota just having fun in the background🤘

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

I love ir

Tacoma looks so much better inside and outside plus reliability

@clyderidge3235

Жыл бұрын

No comparison the. Toyota looks cheap the jeep is a monster

If you look at both you might say some things are better on the Jeep.But the whole point of a Toyota is when that Jeep is in the junkyard the Toy will still be rolling on its original drive train if both were maintained equally.That is the difference!So if you plan on keeping your Jeep for 20 to 30years, better get the Tacoma.And the Gladiator is just plain ugly too me anyway.Different strokes for different folks lol.

Not stock Tacoma

yeah try finding a trd pro impossible right now

Gladiator Rubicon

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

Do you off road?

@chris1293

3 жыл бұрын

@@SamCarLegionI off road whenever i get the chance. I have a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon built for harder trails. i also had a Tacoma for overland but wasn't as good as i expected so i sold it. The Wrangler was right up there with the Tacoma in ride quality but had no chance when it came to technical off road trails. For me the Gladiator Rubicon would be perfect to fill that gab between a wrangler and a pickup.

@SamCarLegion

3 жыл бұрын

What kind do you like to watch? Like what kind of tests would like me to see?

My Mojave has smoked both a Raptor and the TRD Pro....however I live in a desert and that's what it's built for.....we get snow here but nothing like Canada, but the snow we do get I had zero issues getting down the road, I didn't even have to lower the tire pressures.....if you are just doing the standard over landing trails the Mojave buries everyone (in my experiences so far at least) but the TRD Pro is no punk.....very capable truck.....but in my eyes the Mojave is superior

@josegaldamez1169

3 жыл бұрын

TRD would not break your Bank

Trd pro any day, modern jeeps will never be as reliable as a Toyota.

Toyota Tacoma TRD PRO

wow does that jeep look cramped inside... i thought my tacoma was tiny

@deepbludreams

2 жыл бұрын

Interior space wise by square feet, the Gladiator is class leading in cab space, it's more so the brackets for the front seats are not very long so you can't push them farther back, they make aftermarket rails to fix this.

@mahtoe

8 ай бұрын

The gladiator has more square inches of interior space than the Tacoma. Much more... According to both truck specs.

Is Christopher Walken your dad?

@SamCarLegion

2 жыл бұрын

Thank god no

@sethnewman1755

2 жыл бұрын

@@SamCarLegion you just kind of sound like him lol 😆 not hatin. Great review!!

Automatic transmission.........yuk in a pro.

vibrating? jeep seems to have spent 0 dollars on engineering

Toyota TACOMA ALL DAY EVERYDAY!!! 👍🏻

Tacoma for sure

This is easy...... Jeep

💪tacoma

Biased much....

TFL has tested the Rubicon and they complained about seating 💺 which is ironic because so many complain about Tacoma poor seating. TFL also complained about the windshield defroster and not being able to defrost the windshield very well in heavy snow conditions. Just yesterday I watched MATS OFF ROAD RECOVERY and a JEEP RUBICON had a failed engine. If you saw where it failed and the rescue...you will nearly 💩💩💩 your pants. I had a 13 Tacoma TRD SPORT. Toyota is the king of reliability. JEEP will get you there but Toyota will also get you home. Tacoma is number one...1...in value retention. When you sell...you get top dollar. I upgraded last year to a TUNDRA TRD OFF ROAD. Toyota trucks are legendary.

@josegaldamez1169

3 жыл бұрын

I agree 100%

@resistthesystem6145

3 жыл бұрын

Wranglers and Gladiators hold a good resale value too! Every manufacturer will have faulty systems, assemblies and components... Toyota is not immune to quality issues! The Tacoma is a good truck, hands down; however, the Gladiator is very capable off the lot!

@Ezekio3160

2 жыл бұрын

@@resistthesystem6145 100% facts. My mother in law 2016 A/C system failed and got a check engine light @46k miles

@deepbludreams

2 жыл бұрын

"King of reliablity" I feel as if the thousands of early 2000s Tacoma's that had their frames rust so bad they bent in half on a lift begs to differ. Toyota has problems, they have and still do like any auto maker, I get the dipshit cult around them just like the Cummins rams, but don't just follow the crowd man, look up a little bit.

@mikefoehr235

2 жыл бұрын

@@deepbludreams The frames do rot but if you use Krown Rust or equivalent and a good car wash with under carriage blast, the frames will be almost like new. I know this from my own experience. Other trucks rust as well if you don't take care. I have seen big 3 trucks with serious frame rot and body rot as well.