Are Sedans Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive?
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Sedans can be either front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive, depending on the vehicle's drivetrain configuration: front-wheel drive (FWD), rear-wheel drive (RWD), or four-wheel drive (4WD). Front-wheel drive, also known as FWD, refers to a vehicle design where the engine only drives the front pair of wheels. Rear-wheel drive refers to a drivetrain configuration where the engine's power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a driveshaft, propelling the vehicle forward. Rear-wheel drive is a more traditional drivetrain configuration. Characteristics of rear-wheel drive include: 1. Improved vehicle balance and handling; 2. Easier maintenance; 3. Insufficient traction; 4. Power loss occurs as the engine's power is transmitted to the rear axle via the driveshaft, resulting in reduced output power.