[lm6y]

Island, if you know how to drive, you won't drag the diff. And yes, solid axles ARE better off road than independent set ups. They articulate MUCH better. When you lift a tire due to lack of articulation, that's a whole lot less traction to pull you forward, or it places a ton of extra stress on axles. There's a reason the formula for a Jeep hasn't changed since they were made in the 40's. It just plain works off road. I have nothing against Cayennes but, a Wrangler Rubicon will eat it for lunch on a real trail. On road, the Jeep doesn't even stand a chance. But, I have a feeling nothing will ever convince you of that. You should find a local Jeep club, and ask to ride along on a trail run. A stock Rubicon will surprise you, I promise. It will go places that a Cayenne can't, or you aren't willing to go.