Honda All-Wheel Drive vs. 4-Wheel Drive

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Many Depere car-buyers choose Honda all-wheel drive or 4WD vehicles for the enhanced traction, but are these two drivetrains the same? While both systems send power to all four wheels — rather than exclusively the front or rear axle as in FWD and RWD vehicles, respectively — AWD and 4WD work in different ways to boost traction on slick surfaces. Learn about the difference between AWD and 4WD in the guide below, and then visit us in Green Bay to browse our selection of new Honda AWD cars, trucks, and SUVs.

Are Honda AWD Vehicles and 4WD Vehicles the Same?

The difference between Honda all-wheel drive and four-wheel drive vehicles has to do with how power is distributed between the four wheels. In AWD systems, torque (twisting force) is sent to both the front and rear axles in equal amounts.

Honda 4-wheel drive cars use intelligent monitoring technology to scan road conditions and to ascertain the traction of each wheel. Then, the system sends torque to the axles that need it most in order to regain or maintain traction. In addition, the system scans traction levels for each wheel individually and then distributes power as needed.

Intelligent Honda Four-Wheel Drive Technology

As you read above, Honda 4-wheel drive vehicles use advanced monitoring technology to detect the level of torque each wheel needs in real time:

  • Intelligent Variable Torque Management (i-VTM4) AWD System – This system detects how much torque each axle needs and sends power as required to keep you in control, and senses traction for each wheel individually.

Are Honda 4WD Models Better Than AWD?

Neither Honda 4-wheel drive vehicles or those that use AWD are inherently better than the other. The right choice really depends on what you need from your vehicle, based on factors ranging from the weather in Appleton to your driving habits. For most drivers, Honda vehicles with Real Time AWD are a great choice:

  • Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System – Relying on sensors in the back axle, this system scans for a decrease in traction in the rear wheels and redistributes power as needed. This real-time system is perfect for daily driving in mid-size Honda SUVs and CUVs.

Shop Honda All-wheel Drive Vehicles in Green Bay

Ready to find out what Honda all-wheel drive cars and Honda 4-wheel drive cars can do to keep you safe on the road in Manitowoc? Contact a friendly auto expert at Van's Honda, or stop by our dealership to talk more about Honda capability and performance technology today.

 

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