Thread: 4wd Vs. Awd
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Old 11-25-2003, 12:25 AM
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Re: 4wd Vs. Awd

There are way too many factors involved to say which system is better, bar none. First of all, both systems are AWD. AWD relies on either torque sensing differentials or sensors or both, to transfer power to the wheels with the most traction. It is more like traction control.
4WD is a permanent torque split between axles, not actual tires. Usually in a 4wd system you would lock the front hub, so that there is a 50/50 split in torque between the front and rear axles.

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