engine

Hey everyone! Just getting into overlanding and recently picked up a 97' Jeep Wrangler. I got a super good deal on it, however it is the 2.5L motor rather than the 4.0L most people use for off-roading type activities. My question is, 'What are reasonable expectations to have with a 2.5L...

Edit: the engine is now off the market, it's going into a Jeep CJ-5 I originally intended this engine for an overland Jeep Wagoneer build, but unfortunately that's not happening and I have no other plans for it. It's a 2012 Cummins B3.3 turbo diesel I snagged out of a mine transport...