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Dec 15, 2023 · FWD vs. RWD: Here's Which Performs Better In Snow. Two cars with the same tires go head-to-head in the same snowy environment. The only difference is which wheels are driven. Dec 15, 2023...
- Brian Silvestro
- Deputy Editor
- brian.silvestro@motor1.com
Good winter tires are essential both front and rear, but driving in the snow with RWD will make you a better driver; here's why: When you are driving in a fwd car your drive wheels and your steering wheels one and the same.
Aug 21, 2005 · I drove FWDs with studded tires and I could out drive, handle, and brake better than any 4x4 with snow tires without studs.
Dec 15, 2023 · In theory at least, yes. Think of it simply, front-wheel-drive pulls a car along while a rear-driven one pushes it - and with more weight on the front axle, there’s usually more traction too....
With a good set of winter tires I've never driven a more capable 2-wheel-drive winter vehicle. With my '93 LX's Blizzak tires I've driven through snow storms where I see Subarus and 4x4 trucks off the road, upside down in ditches.
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Jun 15, 2023 · Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) performs reasonably well in snow due to the weight of the engine being over the drive wheels, providing better traction. However, All-Wheel Drive (AWD) can offer superior handling in severe snowy conditions, as power is distributed to all wheels.
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Nov 15, 2004 · today I took the crown vic out in the snow, and well... it was fun. earlier this year I put on p225 60 r16's on it with about 1/4 tread left, and in the snow they float on top and slide everywhere, but of course I was trying to slide everywhere.
