Is it necessary to buy a four-wheel drive sedan?

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VonAsher
07/29/25 1:59pm
In daily use, it is not necessary to buy a four-wheel drive sedan. Those who pursue performance and speed can consider purchasing the four-wheel drive version. Differences between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive: Different driving methods: Two-wheel drive means only two wheels are driving wheels, connected to the vehicle's power system; four-wheel drive means the vehicle maintains four-wheel drive throughout the entire driving process. Different fuel consumption: The four-wheel drive mode can provide better off-road and handling performance at any time, but it cannot adjust torque distribution according to road conditions, and the fuel consumption is higher. Different number of differentials: Two-wheel drive: The car differential can make the left and right (or front and rear) driving wheels rotate at different speeds; four-wheel drive: In four-wheel drive, all wheels must be connected to drive four wheels. If the four wheels are mechanically connected, a central differential is required to adjust the speed difference between the front and rear wheels. Different performance: Two-wheel drive cars are less powerful than four-wheel drive cars, but their performance is more suitable for urban traffic. Four-wheel drive has strong power, is very suitable for off-road, and has strong handling. Many SUVs use four-wheel drive design. Different prices: In theory, two-wheel drive cars are cheaper than four-wheel drive cars because their technical requirements are stricter than those of two-wheel drive. For cars of the same brand and similar positioning, four-wheel drive is more expensive.
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