Better Tow vehicle - big SUV or 1/2 Ton Pickup

[SailorChlud]

I'm in the suburban camp. We've had two, a 1993 that lasted until 2007, and a 2002 bought 5 years old to replace it in 2007 - at a price of $15,000 with only 70,000 on the clock. Now a comparable 5 year old suburban is $35,000 ! Crikey!

But, I have 3 boys, 2 of around 6 foot tall, and the associated duffel, toys and such that goes with that. Suburban all the way. And yes, the 4WD is sooo useful when the river mud coats the ramp at low tide!