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Old 04 May 2009, 04:02 PM
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Hi guys,

If a WRX 2001 bugeye with AWD sticker on the back window does this mean its the Turbo version 221bhp ??

and with a 4WD sticker means non turbo 215bhp ??
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Old 04 May 2009, 04:05 PM
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no, u have got that a bit wrong,the non turbo is not 215bhp.
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Old 04 May 2009, 04:14 PM
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Subaru's are AWD not 4WD - sorry to confuse you mate.
The turbo will have a WRX or STI badge.
Non turbos have GX... IIRC
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Old 04 May 2009, 04:19 PM
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And the difference between AWD and 4WD is...?
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Old 04 May 2009, 04:22 PM
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why is this in the 4 sale section?
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just a guess but i think awd means permanent drive of all wheels all the time where as 4wd is a selectable option via a switch or diff lever
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Old 04 May 2009, 04:27 PM
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What about Landrover (The best 4x4 by far etc)?

Surely its all marketing speal?
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AWD V 4WD
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