Flaren
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Ok, I'll just say right up fron that I'm basically an idiot when it comes to most technical stuff associated with cars in general nevermind a KJ. I'm curious about how a gear ratio works and what the numbers really mean. According to Jeep.com:
"A numerically lower axle ratio results in lower engine rpm and better fuel economy. A numerically higher ratio improves acceleration, climbing grades, carrying loads or pulling a trailer. "
If that's so, then I guess my question would be why is the Renegade on the low end at 3.55?I kinda thought from the information that it should be the other way around maybe? Do the higher ratios for the Limited and Sport translate into better on-road performance? Does a lower one make the Renny a better off-roader? Is there a specific benefit to this gearing? Sorry, the knowledge-thirsty geek in me gets loose from its cage at times....lol. 8-[ Thanks all!
(P.S. If I posted this in the wrong place, could one of you lovely mods move it for me? Thanks! #-o )
"A numerically lower axle ratio results in lower engine rpm and better fuel economy. A numerically higher ratio improves acceleration, climbing grades, carrying loads or pulling a trailer. "
If that's so, then I guess my question would be why is the Renegade on the low end at 3.55?I kinda thought from the information that it should be the other way around maybe? Do the higher ratios for the Limited and Sport translate into better on-road performance? Does a lower one make the Renny a better off-roader? Is there a specific benefit to this gearing? Sorry, the knowledge-thirsty geek in me gets loose from its cage at times....lol. 8-[ Thanks all!
(P.S. If I posted this in the wrong place, could one of you lovely mods move it for me? Thanks! #-o )