As well as being more desirable, there are more parts in an AWD vs. RWD system, which also drives the price up. The table below shows some popular cars and their prices for each drivetrain.

While the market offers a wide array of AWD and 4WD models, find out how both systems differ and which of the two is actually stronger?

Most sedans and crossovers that are running AWD use what’s called a part-time system; this means that the all-wheel drive only kicks in when necessary.

By the mid-2000s, Chrysler had dropped AWD from its minivans in favor of a new Stow 'n Go seating system, a strong signal that shoppers after AWD were no longer looking to minivans to deliver it.

Most sedans and crossovers that are running AWD use what’s called a part-time system; this means that the all-wheel drive only kicks in when necessary.

Most sedans and crossovers that are running AWD use what’s called a part-time system; this means that the all-wheel drive only kicks in when necessary.

Most sedans and crossovers that are running AWD use what’s called a part-time system; this means that the all-wheel drive only kicks in when necessary.

AWD or 4WD Some think that 4WD and AWD are the same thing, but they are not. AWD is a full-time system in most vehicles and is meant for better traction and control on the pavement.

Most sedans and crossovers that are running AWD use what’s called a part-time system; this means that the all-wheel drive only kicks in when necessary.

Most sedans and crossovers that are running AWD use what’s called a part-time system; this means that the all-wheel drive only kicks in when necessary.

Most sedans and crossovers that are running AWD use what’s called a part-time system; this means that the all-wheel drive only kicks in when necessary.