I live in Buffalo, NY and I'm getting sick of negotiating our winters in my little coupe/death trap. I'm purchasing an SUV this summer, and instinctively want the AWD version. However, I'm finding that the cost of upgrading to AWD often puts most vehicles a little out of my price range, and I'd have to sacrifice some other features. Do I really nead AWD, or will the fact that it's an SUV be helpful enough? If it matters, I plan on keeping the car for at least 5 years and I plan on having children soon.
2007-04-21 01:35:48 · 8 answers · asked by Maria 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
I live deep in the snow belt and over the years, having owned rear drive, front drive and AWD vehicles can see no reason for owning a AWD vehicle. The reason is I use dedicated winter tires in the winter and its the tires, rather than the number of wheels that are driven that determine how much traction you have. I can run circles around nearly any SUV in my little Blizzak clad Nissan Sentra as well as stopping faster and having more control. A dedicated set of winter tires is not only cheaper than the cost of the AWD option but allows you to have a lighter car that is easier on gas too.
2007-04-21 19:27:00 · answer #1 · answered by Naughtums 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
how many kids. don't go w/ a suv go w/ something along the lines of a chrysler 300 c, they have awd, and it drives awsome in the snow and in normaal conditions,it corneers very well it is definitely a very sporty great car, the ride is smooth. The suspension make sthe ride enjoyable as well as bearable for when going through bunmpy sections of town. I can drive up a sloped hill w/ ice and not slip @ all. Get an awd car not suv. Thats just my opinnion, as i drive a 300c, thats why i reccomend th 300 c to you.
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2007-04-21 08:28:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A SUV without AWD is more dangerous on ice and light snow than a 2 wheel drive car. Unless you plan to drive thru 2 feet of snow the added height is pointless. What you will get is a higher center of balance which makes your more likely to lose control or regain control if you hit a patch of ice.
2007-04-21 02:14:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tires must be circled inspite of what wheelscontinual the vehicle. On an awd vehicle each and each of the wheelscontinual and brake the vehicle yet in straightforward words the front tires steer so the placed on will nonetheless be uneven. With this in recommendations its sturdy practice to rotate your tires another oil replace or a minimum of once a season.
2016-12-04 09:57:26 · answer #4 · answered by genna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would not be a bad idea in your area. You get enough snow to justify it, especially with kids, and young kids at that.
Consider buying one a year old, that way you will save enough to afford a better car and more options and still have 2 years of warranty left. Since you are planning on keeping the car for a number of years the one year difference won't amount to much when you trade it in. good luck
2007-04-21 01:41:32 · answer #5 · answered by Fordman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whats the deal with SUVs?
A Mini has ample space for 2 adults and 2 children family plus luggage. Just put tyre chains on.
2007-04-21 01:39:48 · answer #6 · answered by Mighty C 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Buy a quality used 4 Door, 4X4 - Chevy Blazer, Ford Explorer, or Jeep Cherokee with about 50 -60,000 miles. Insist on a complete mechanical inspection prior to purchasing.
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2007-04-21 01:50:52 · answer #7 · answered by Mr. T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A subaru will give you the great traction of all wheel drive, and get you half decent mpg, but it's foreign.
2007-04-21 03:14:36 · answer #8 · answered by done wrenching 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋