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Old 07-02-03, 02:46 AM
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In researching with other SUV's, I have found that some SUV's are 4WD while others are AWD, just like the RX. What I want to know is what are the similarities and differences between these two drivetrains.
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Originally posted by Skandelous
In researching with other SUV's, I have found that some SUV's are 4WD while others are AWD, just like the RX. What I want to know is what are the similarities and differences between these two drivetrains.
Generally, an AWD car/SUV has a drive system that is not selectable by the driver. 4WD usually has low range gearing (for real off-road work). There are two types of 4WD. Full-time 4WD, which can be used on dry pavement, and Selectable-the 4WD system cannot be used on dry pavement.

A vehicle with 4WD is usually a truck-based body-on-frame vehicle, and AWD is usually a car-based cross-over vehicle (although there is no hard and fast rule).
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