You have probably heard of vehicles with front-wheel-drive as well as rear-wheel-drive. If you are not sure what this means, then let’s take a moment to show you the difference between both driving configurations and the advantage that each one offers.
With front-wheel-drive, the engine as well as the transmission are located at the front of the vehicle. This is great for traction, especially when climbing up hills. The big downside to a front-wheel-drive system is that there are many parts in one area and that can make repairs expensive.
With a rear-wheel-drive system, the transmission is located in the back while the engine is in the front. This gives the vehicle better weight distribution and offers the vehicle better performance. The big downside of a rear-wheel-drive system is that there is typically less interior space in these vehicles to make room for the transmission tunnel and the drive shaft.