Jeep Wrangler stopping distance

1997 Wrangler 184 feet (rear drums)
2003 Wrangler 167.4 feet (rear disc)
2007 Wrangler (4 door) 148 feet (rear disc, larger front disc)

I can tell you first hand my Cherokee with rear drums and ABS wasn't stable at all under hard braking. The rear would fishtail and the nose would dive hard making steering near impossible.
The JK is much better. Less pedal pressure is needed and it stops much quicker.
I have to say from the drivers seat rear disc brakes, computer braking assist and larger front discs make a huge difference in stopping distance and stability.




Performance 1997 Jeep Wrangler From MSN review
Jeep Wrangler SE hardtop - 4L 2.5L (120 hp) 5M (no ABS)
(seconds) 0 - 60 Time 12.62
(seconds) 1/4 Mile Time 18.98
(mph) 1/4 Mile Speed 72.40 mph
Braking 60 - 0 184 (ft.)

From Edmunds review of the 2003 Wrangler Rubicon.
Vehicle Tested:
2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4WD 2dr Convertible SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
MSRP of Test Vehicle: $27,760.
"The standard four-wheel ABS-equipped brakes provide decent feel, but with a stopping distance of 164.7 feet from 60 mph, don't expect to stop on a dime in this vehicle."


2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (4 door) From Motortrend review.
Base price $29,500
Price as tested $34,550
Vehicle layout Front engine, 4WD, 5-pass, 4-door SUV
Engine 3.8L/202-hp/237-lb-ft OHV 12-valve V-6
Transmissions 4-speed automatic
Curb weight 4592 lb (51/49%)
Wheelbase 109.3 in
Length x width x height 173.4 x 73.9 x 70.9 in
0-60 mph 10.0 sec
Quarter mile 17.3 sec @ 76.8 mph
Braking, 60-0mph 148 ft
EPA city/hwy fuel econ 16/19 mpg
CO2 emissions 1.1 lb/mile
Total mileage 2245 mi
Average test mpg 15.2 mpg
Unresolved problem area None