Been reading about AWD systems on the CX-5 and other crossovers, and am realizing there are many ways these systems can be configured from a technical standpoint. It sounds like most dont have true 4wd (all four tires can be made to spin at the same speed regardless of traction) but rather some compromise to gain efficiency and highway performance, as well as reduce cost.
I even found one thread here (sorry, on a smartphone and cant lookup the link without loosing this post) that actually stated the rear differential is open in some countries and limited slip in others. Possibly dependent on the engine (diesel or gas) and or transmission? Also it sounds like newer model years may have different hardware, not just algorithmic tweaks.
Anyways, I am in the USA and shopping specifically for a 2014 or 2015 Touring. Can anyone tell me what particular qualities the AWD model would have over a FWD one?
Thanks!
I even found one thread here (sorry, on a smartphone and cant lookup the link without loosing this post) that actually stated the rear differential is open in some countries and limited slip in others. Possibly dependent on the engine (diesel or gas) and or transmission? Also it sounds like newer model years may have different hardware, not just algorithmic tweaks.
Anyways, I am in the USA and shopping specifically for a 2014 or 2015 Touring. Can anyone tell me what particular qualities the AWD model would have over a FWD one?
Thanks!