How It Works: FWD vs. RWD vs. AWD vs. 4WD

A guide to the differences and which system is best for youBy Consumer ReportsFoul weather, deep snow, and muddy roads can ...

AWD vs 4WD: We explain the difference in drivetrains

All-wheel drive and four-wheel drive may sound similar in name but have some key differences in how they work.
Autoblog

AWD vs. 4WD: What's the difference, and which is better?

View post: Walmart Is Selling a 'Powerful' Cordless Impact Wrench for Just $41 As you’re certainly aware, most cars these days have four wheels. So why do people make a distinction between all-wheel ...
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Is AWD Or 4WD Better For Winter Driving?

Car buyers typically ask for safety advice during winter storms about choosing between all-wheel drive (AWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD). The two concepts appear to share common characteristics at ...
Outside

Which Is Better: 4WD or AWD?

If you like to play outside, you should probably drive a car with either 4WD or AWD. But here’s the question: How to choose between the two? To help you understand the advantages of each, we’ve broken ...