4WD vs. 2WD

[dcampen]

V6- 4x4 uses the more traditional 2 High for all around driving, 4 Hi for 4x4 with normal gearing and 4 Low after stopping and activating it for slow powerful crawl gear.

One point, the V6 4WD system is the same as the V8 4WD system. A V6 4WD 4Runner can be driven always in 4WD mode just like the V8. The only reason for 2WD mode is to get better gas mileage.

 

[Loki]

Re: The V8 4x4 is really AWD.

In the V8 model, all four wheels are driving with a 40/60 split using a Torsen torque sensing differential. The power will adjust back and forth between the front and rear wheels as needed. You just drive in AWD just like the Landdcruiser or Subaru. When the going gets real sloppy, you can push the locking diff button and the front and rear will lock--don't drive this way on dry ground. You can also go into 4Low by stopping, puttin it into neutral, and turn the knob into 4Low until the dash shows it's engaged. Then you have in essence a small Tiger Tank and all that's lacking is a good 120mm smoothbore cannon on the roof.

V6- 4x4 uses the more traditional 2 High for all around driving, 4 Hi for 4x4 with normal gearing and 4 Low after stopping and activating it for slow powerful crawl gear.

I have the V8 4x4 and it is transparant. There is very little to no negative difference in feel when turning or steering or performance other than an improved traction in all weather conditions. There will be many times where you won't have time to shift to 4High or just a pain to shift back and forth in low traction situations that aren't real slop conditions. Mashed down snow drifts or snow piles right after a plow has cleared the path is a good example. AWD gives you the best of both worlds, and locking diffs and 4Low should you need it.

Actually the 4wd systems on the v6 and v8 are identical. We also have the locking diff button.

*edit dcampen beat me to it*

 

[olliebear]

thanks for the corrections.

I stand corrected.

 

[Hitman]

Re: The V8 4x4 is really AWD.

I have the V8 4x4 and it is transparant. There is very little to no negative difference in feel when turning or steering or performance other than an improved traction in all weather conditions. There will be many times where you won't have time to shift to 4High or just a pain to shift back and forth in low traction situations that aren't real slop conditions. Mashed down snow drifts or snow piles right after a plow has cleared the path is a good example. AWD gives you the best of both worlds, and locking diffs and 4Low should you need it.

That's an interesting observation... but I think the V6 4x4 gives you the best of both worlds because you have the option of driving it in 4HI under any/all conditions and it behaves the same as the V8 4x4. Then you can always pop it back into 2 wheel drive for the spring/summer/fall.

 

[peter78]

Thanks, again, for all the input. I wanted to make sure I'm clear on something...the V8 4WD is ALWAYS in 4WD? I hope this is not a naive question but on my last 4WD (IH Scout) I had to stop, throw it 4WD, get out and lock the hubs, then go! It sounds like technology has passed me by a little!

Yes the V8 4WD is always in 4 wheel drive. You can buy a V8 2WD if you want.

In the V6 4WD you can choose 2WD or 4WD. As far as the Scout goes, I remember driving one and belive it or not the front wheel drive ran on a chain instead of a drive line, but I am talking about the stone age here.

 

[Thai]

As far as the Scout goes, I remember driving one and belive it or not the front wheel drive ran on a chain instead of a drive line, but I am talking about the stone age here.

Hmm, Peter, how old are you?! Just kidding.

I have no idea what a Scout is! Damn, i thought that i knew something about most SUVs.

 

[peter78]

Hmm, Peter, how old are you?! Just kidding.

I have no idea what a Scout is! Damn, i thought that i knew something about most SUVs.

If you look at today's birthday list, you will see that I have a birthday today and you will see my age. Of course if you miss it, you will have to wait another year. :awais:

 

[Rylabone]

International Harvester Scout. I found this picture on the web. It was a lot of fun!

 

[Thai]

If you look at today's birthday list, you will see that I have a birthday today and you will see my age. Of course if you miss it, you will have to wait another year. :awais:

Shoot, sorry, i missed it...don't worry, i will definitely remember next year!

 

[peter78]

Shoot, sorry, i missed it...don't worry, i will definitely remember next year!

My birthday was 11/ 29/ 1950. My first car was a 1964 Triumph Herald and my second car was a 1959 3.4 Jaguar. The Scout was built till the early 80's. I almost bought one in 1980. I am almost ready for the retirement home. :bonk: