i'm looking to buy a pathfinder or a 4runner. If I don't take it offroad and don't need it to drive in the snow or ice, do I really need to spend the extra money on a 4x4? I've heard that a 4x4 is harder on your tires and brakes, is this true?
2006-08-05 14:13:14 · 5 answers · asked by Snatch 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
Don't spend on a 4x4. Save the money for your car insurance. Suspension of Pathfinder is better than 4runner.
2006-08-05 14:21:35 · answer #1 · answered by Handyman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
4x4 is more expensive and very easy to gandle in bad weather conditions such as heavy snow etc. But I personally recommend u to buy a 4x4 so that u could use in both good and bad conditions. Once u start using the 2x4 in snow u will regret that u didnt invest an extra few dollars on the 4x4
2006-08-05 21:24:12 · answer #2 · answered by nuwanusa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you are not goin to use it off road or in snow, then I would just buy the 2x4. the 4x4 will be more expensive if you have to replace the differential and then of course I am sure the cost of the vehicle to begin with is more..
2006-08-05 21:19:16 · answer #3 · answered by chazzer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes the 4x4 is harder on tires, and brakes, and even suspension. Reason, more weight to stop, and handle.
2006-08-05 21:19:39 · answer #4 · answered by Silverstang 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not really..... the main drawback is weight and driveline drag that will reduce gas mileage. Also more things to go wrong. I love my 4x4 but its cuz i need it, so if you dont need it then get a 2wd.
2006-08-05 21:20:18 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋