4X4 vs AWD
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4X4 vs AWD
Hi guys im replacing my 02 Explorer that was totaled and was wondering what your thoughts were on 4X4 vs AWD. My 02 was shift on the fly 4x4 which I liked but would AWD be better or worse.
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awd better if you are usually on regular roads with occasional off road and 4x4 with the available 4low is better for serious off road use.
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All wheel drive has power going to all wheels all the time, whereas 4X4 is primarily rear wheel drive, engaging the fronts as needed.
All wheel was developed for better handling and bad weather driving, but not intended for serious off road use.. there is a small hit on fuel economy, but not the much difference.
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All wheel was developed for better handling and bad weather driving, but not intended for serious off road use.. there is a small hit on fuel economy, but not the much difference.
Hope this helps.
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The simple answer si that AWD means that all 4 tires spin all the time. This is not always true though. Many modern day AWD drives are a 2wd that automatically engage the 4wd when the 2wd slips.
The best of the two is a preference. Like previously stated the 4wd is better for off road because it has more capabilities since awd does not have 4wd low. If you simply stay on the roads and want "4x4" but dont want to have to hit any buttons or switch any gears then AWD is for you. If you want to have more control over what/when the wheels spin and plan to drive on aggresive terrain, the 4wd is for you.
Hope this helps
The best of the two is a preference. Like previously stated the 4wd is better for off road because it has more capabilities since awd does not have 4wd low. If you simply stay on the roads and want "4x4" but dont want to have to hit any buttons or switch any gears then AWD is for you. If you want to have more control over what/when the wheels spin and plan to drive on aggresive terrain, the 4wd is for you.
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