Don't go with an ls swap, thats what all the other 4wds do, do you really want to be like them?
Unless its an LSA, that can be excused
I think stronger internals with a supercharger would be great value, got to remember you driveline and brakes will need to handle the increased power too.
As for a ford engine i do know of a 302 windsor sitting in a crate at my parents place if you want to go that route.