FWD vs. RWD

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FWD vs. RWD

• Engine / Transmission within Automobiles

Created by Jia Min Liang
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FWD? What is it?

• FWD which is known as front wheel drive is the
  most common type of engine layout currently used
  within cars now. The engine uses the front
  wheels as the ones to drive the vehicle.
  Nowadays, most front wheel drive vehicles today
  feature transverse engine mounting.

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RWD? What is it?

• RWD which is known as rear wheel drive was a
  common engine layout used in cars during the 20th
  century. Most RWD cars place the engine at the
  front of the vehicle but there are also times
  when it is placed in the midsection or the rear.
  RWD uses the rear wheels to drive using a
  driveshaft linked between the rear axles.

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Advantages of FWD

• More Interior Space
• Lower Cost
• Lower Weight
• Better Gasoline Mileage
• Improved Drivetrain Efficiency
• Assembly Efficiency

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Advantages of RWD

• Better Handling
• Less Costly
• Easier Maintenance
• No Torque Steer
• Even weight distribution

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Disadvantages of FWD

• Tendency to Understeer.
• Torque Steer
• Less Weight Shifting
• Traction Disadvantage
• CV Joints Produce Easier Wear
• Turning Limitied

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Disadvantages of RWD

• Difficult to Master
• Less Interior Space
• Increased Weight
• More Expensive
• Difficult in Handling Nondry Surfaces
• Oversteering

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Examples of FWD
Toyota Celica
Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Examples of RWD
Toyota MR2
Mazda RX8
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This information was brought to you by
Wikipedias website on FWD http//en.wikipedia.or
g/wiki/Front_wheel_drive and RWD
http//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rear_wheel_drive.