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		mariusc23 on Aug 28, 2016 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: 4WD vs. AWD. What's the Difference? The reasoning I've heard is that your differential will get worn out.

lsllc on Aug 28, 2016 [–]

That makes no sense to me. Unless you are driving in straight lines, the 4 wheels will always be turning at different rates (and consequently, the front and back axles will be rotating at different rates).

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