Hi all: I've been looking to get a used Subaru Forester or Outback for Colorado winters because I understand their AWD is the best - bar none. I've seen some interesting youtube videos of Rav4's, Honda CRV's and the like trying to climb up inclines etc.and they all fail compared to the Subaru. From what I understand, and correct me if I'm wrong, what makes the Subaru AWD unique is that all four wheels are powered ALL the time. According to awdwiki.com, from '96 on there is a constant 80/20 power split between from and rear but what I don't know is if that is further increased to the rear when rear wheel slippage is detected. Even a Subaru shop here couldn't answer that question for me. I understand the competition like Toyota, Honda, Kia, etc. etc. have 100% power to the front wheels and rely on rear wheel slippage before rear wheels are powered.
Do folks here concur Subaru has the best AWD system out there? What about the Haldex system on Volvos like the V50? They have always had a reputation for very good safety but what about their AWD?
Do folks here concur Subaru has the best AWD system out there? What about the Haldex system on Volvos like the V50? They have always had a reputation for very good safety but what about their AWD?