I had a 1993 Grand Cherokee, and did a lot of research on Jeeps again when I bought my new one a couple months ago. I ended up going with a 2006 Grand Cherokee Limited, but I would recommnd between the two, going with the Patriot. The '93 is still alive and kicking, it has a new home where it is well loved. I love Jeeps, they last for a long time with proper care. My vote would be for the Patriot after everything I was reading.