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Advantages
of All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
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Advantages
of 4x4 (4WD)
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Part-time or Full-time
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More Robust and Found on trucks and
SUVs
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Can power just front wheels until all
wheels needed
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Send power to front and rear axles
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Can be Better on Gas
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Directs power to left and right wheels
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Advantages of All-Wheel
Drive
(AWD)
All-wheel
drive, as indicated by its name, provides power and traction to all four of
your wheels so that you can sail through tricky situations like heavy rains or
snowy mornings. Typically, AWD offers two systems, part-time and full-time,
allowing you to choose the amount of control you need for your specific
lifestyle.
For
example, the Dodge Journey has an available AWD system that powers the front
two wheels until it senses that power is needed at the rear wheels, as well.
This helps you stay in command when the roads start to become slick.
Advantages
of 4WD
4x4
Understanding
the difference between all-wheel drive and four-wheel drive can be tricky. All
wheel drive powers all the wheels, but cars have four wheels, so what's the
difference? Well, there isn't much difference in how these systems work, since
they both power all of the wheels to create a stable ride. However, 4x4 systems
are typically more robust and found on trucks and off-road-capable SUVs.
Looking at Jeep
vehicles, you'll notice they all offer 4x4 systems such as Command-Trac® on the
Wrangler. This system allows for low-range rock crawling for sustained periods
of time so that you can upgrade your next weekend getaway.
Is 4x4 or AWD Better?
Clearly either all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive can provide a commanding performance on the ever-changing highway. When it comes time to choose between them, though, the answer lies in your specific lifestyle needs.
Bolder drivers will prefer the off-road capabilities that a 4x4 system allows for, so you can venture onto the road less traveled with a greater peace of mind. If you're just interested in a great sedan or SUV to power through Maryland winters, stick with an all-wheel drive system.
Check Out Our 4x4 & AWD Vehicles near Baltimore MD Today
Whether you're interested in a car equipped with all-wheel drive like the Dodge Durango or a truck with four-wheel drive like the Ram 1500, our team at Thompson CJDR of Harford County can assist you. A member of our sales team will sit down with you to learn more about your lifestyle needs and wants. Then, we'll take the time to explore our vast inventory to pair you to the sedan, truck, SUV, or minivan you need to tackle roads around Edgewood, Bel Air, and Aberdeen.
If you have any questions about 4x4 or AWD systems or about our vehicles, reach out to a member of our team, and we'll happily help you in any way we can.
Clearly either all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive can provide a commanding performance on the ever-changing highway. When it comes time to choose between them, though, the answer lies in your specific lifestyle needs.
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