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AWD vs 4WD - What's the difference?

What Are The Differences Between AWD & 4WD? Which Is Better? What's the difference between AWD and 4WD? I was handed the keys ...
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Are All Subarus AWD? If Not, Which Models Have A Different Drivetrain?

Subaru and all-wheel drive (AWD) are a staple pairing that has existed since 1972, when the Subaru Leone wagon first featured a part-time AWD setup as an optional extra. In 1986, Subaru began offering ...
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AWD vs 4WD: We explain the difference in drivetrains

AWD and 4WD sound similar in name but they are very different AWD is always active on most vehicles while 4WD can be customized depending on the situation A lot of people use the terms four-wheel ...
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What's The Difference Between 4WD And AWD?

Before we get too far into this festival of definitions and hair-splitting, it is important to know that – absent of all ...