Difference Between Part-Time 4WD and On-Demand 4WD? Which is Better?

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VonMaci
07/29/25 11:40pm
On-demand 4WD is better than part-time 4WD, and their differences are as follows: 1. Part-time 4WD is a manually switched driving mode by the driver. The driver can choose between two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive mode by engaging or disengaging the transfer case. This is the most common driving mode in SUV models, with the advantage of ensuring both vehicle power and off-road capability while maintaining fuel economy. The slight drawback is that the driver needs to manually judge road conditions and operate the driving mode. 2. On-demand 4WD, also known as real-time 4WD, is a technology developed in recent years. It uses a computer chip to control the switching between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. The notable feature of this system is that it inherits the advantages of full-time 4WD and part-time 4WD while compensating for their shortcomings. It can automatically identify driving conditions and switch between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive modes based on changes in the driving environment.
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