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Originally Posted by rwh963
so, is V8 AWD mode essentially identical to V6 hi-4 non-locked diff mode?
will there be more wear and tear in the V6 4wd system if run in hi-4 all the time?
is there more wear in the V8 4wd system because it is always active?
why was the V8 developed to always be in at least AWD?
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Correct, The V8 AWD mode is functionally identical to the V6 high 4WD unlocked. In the 5th gen they call it H4F, but I just simplify it by just saying AWD.
The V8 in 4WD aka H4L is also identical in function to the V6 high locked.
At least when compared to the V8, there is no addition wear and tear. It’s the same mechanical Torsen TC.
No idea why the V8 was designed that way… Maybe for end user simplicity?
For the purpose of this discussion both systems are pretty much identical expect that the V8 cant operate in 2WD. It’s the only mode that is missing.