The mule is a super reliable and powerful machine. THey are not quite as "sporty" as the other brands, but I can tell you that they will be in the shop WAY less than the others. I know 4-5 people that have various levels of the Pro FXT models and they love them. Mine is super quiet and easy to drive for me and the wife and kids.
I knwo at least 15 people with rangers and over 10 of them have been the shop multiple times with front end problems and seals going out. you couldn't give me a Ranger.
I'm looking hard at getting one of those Pro FXT models in the near future, mainly for the room and comfort. I do hear pretty good things on durability. The Pioneer 1000-5 looks more fun and more powerful, but not as roomy when you have 4 people.
