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Join Date: Apr 2021
Location: USA
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2021
Location: USA
Posts: 8
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unusual comparison of off-roading capabilities
For starters, obviously most 4WD vehicles are going to better off-road than even a 4runner that is only 2WD and even some AWD vehicles are going to be undoubtedly better as well, but....
How do you think a 2WD 4runner with 31" A/T tires and a 2" lift will fare off-road compared to stock AWD vehicles such as Honda CRV, Toyota RAV4, or Subaru forester/outback? Does you think it matters much whether the 2WD 4runner is the V6 or V8?
Except for maybe the CVT versions which lose power too easily, I think the Subaru's are some of the better AWD vehicles for mild off-roading, but I think in general the CRV and RAV4 may have less clearance and less grippy AWD systems.
Certainly a lot of variables here but take driver competency out of the equation. Could assume all the vehicles have, for example, the same A/T tires since IMO, tires play a huge role in this. Should probably exclude any discussions of the rear lock on a 2WD just for this comparison. And finally, assume off-road scenarios that are a tad more challenging but nothing too crazy, such as some hills, semi-soft sand, snow or mud that isn't too deep.
What you think?
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