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Infiniti likely to add AWD to G37 coupe

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Old 09-04-07 | 03:53 AM
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Originally Posted by jaydunn
Do the Haldex-type systems lose any significant power through the drivetrain or is the only penalty in normal driving the extra weight?
Any time you have rotating mass, power is lost. Whether it's from heavy 19" wheels, or a transfer case and 2 more half-shafts, there are parasitic losses involved.
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