The Flying Huntsman starts out in life as a Land Rover Defender 110 and gains
an extra driven axle and whole lot of extra length in its conversion to a Flying Huntsman.
The off - road Pandas, despite
an extra driven axle, exhibit similar handling characteristics to the road biased cars.
Not exact matches
As well as introducing a
driven front
axle, it's also the debut of the wider 991 bodyshell — as before, an
extra 44 mm across the hips — that will also be used in future Turbo and RS high performance 911s.
The 4Matic setup can fully vary torque between the
axle, giving the E63 as much tyre - vapourising potential as its rear -
drive predecessor but
extra security when
driving conditions aren't conducive to traction.
Packing an all - new 2.9 - litre twin - turbocharged V6 it also offers greater performance than its predecessor, while a rear - biased all - wheel
drive system, an optional locking differential for the rear
axle and a 60 kg weight reduction compared to the old model give the latest RS5
extra credibility as a driver's car.
The gearbox has been switched into a transaxle arrangement at the rear
axle to cope with the
extra muscle, the first gear ratio is higher while seventh gear and final
drive ratios are lower.
The 6x6 also has a longer wheelbase and wider track than the standard car, helping to accommodate the
extra axle,
drive shaft and differentials.
However, the D models have an
extra motor on the front
axle to make them four - wheel
drive.
As well as reprogramming the eight - speed box, Jeep has modified the full - time four - wheel
drive with its electronic limited slip differential and strengthened the rear driveshaft and rear
axle to cope with the
extra power.
Drive axle tires have deep treads and block - type patterns for
extra traction All - season Tires Most Ford vehicles use all - season tires with a wraparound block - type tread design that offers the following benefits:
Super Handling - All Wheel
Drive decides from moment to moment how to divvy up power between the front and rear
axles, and it delivers
extra torque to the left or right rear wheel, to help pivot the MDX through corners.
Accommodating an
extra, 48 - volt battery for the hybrid system could pose a bit of a challenge in the next Ford Focus RS, which is expected to employ an all - wheel -
drive system similar to the one on the Mk III, meaning it might have a similarly bulky RDU (rear
drive unit) at the back
axle.
I say pseudo only because it does not have locking
axles like say a Jeep, but the 4 - wheel
drive is plenty sufficient for the average driver who may occasionally need some
extra traction in grass, mud, ice or snow.
with tools) but for most
drives it will be fixed in place and AMG reckons it can add an
extra 30 kg of aero downforce over the rear
axle at 300km / h.
The truck will detect
extra load on the rear
axle and automatically adjust the air pressure in the suspension system to level the truck, improving stability and
drive comfort.
Options: 76R 99T 44W 17X 41H 425 592 66S 96P 99 99 99 99 99 99 Order Code 703A Engine: 6.7 L 4V Ohv Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel B20 - Inc: Manual Push - Button Engine - Exhaust Braking And Intelligent Oil - Life Monitor 3.55
Axle Ratio
Extra Heavy - Duty 220 Amp Alternator Dual 78 - Ah 750 Cca Batteries 48 Gallon Fuel Tank Four Wheel
Drive Tow Hitch Power Steering Abs 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes Brake Assist Aluminum Wheels Tires - Front All - Terrain Tires - Rear All - Terrain Conventional Spare Tire Tow Hooks Heated Mirrors Power Mirror (S) Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors Power Folding Mirrors Rear Defrost Privacy Glass Intermittent Wipers Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers Rain Sensing Wipers Running Boards / Side Steps Power Retractable Running Boards Power Door Locks Fog Lamps Daytime Running Lights Automatic Headlights Am / Fm Stereo Cd Player Premium Sound System Satellite Radio Mp3 Player Auxiliary Audio Input Hd Radio Steering Wheel Audio Controls Bluetooth Connection Telematics Wifi Hotspot Smart Device Integration Rear Bench Seat Adjustable Steering Wheel Trip Computer Power Windows Leather Steering Wheel Heated Steering Wheel Keyless Entry Keyless Start Universal Garage Door Opener Cruise Control Climate Control Multi-Zone A / C Woodgrain Interior Trim Power Driver Seat Power Passenger Seat Pass - Through Rear Seat Leather Seats Bucket Seats Heated Front Seat (S) Seat Memory Heated Rear Seat (S) Cooled Front Seat (S) Seat - Massage Auto - Dimming Rearview Mirror Driver Vanity Mirror Passenger Vanity Mirror Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror Floor Mats Mirror Memory Remote Engine Start Navigation System Adjustable Pedals Engine Immobilizer Security System Traction Control Stability Control Front Side Air Bag Rear Parking Aid Blind Spot Monitor Cross-Traffic Alert Tire Pressure Monitor Front Head Air Bag Rear Head Air Bag Driver Air Bag Passenger Air Bag Back - Up Camera
Traction control is becoming popular as a lighter, more fuel - efficient alternative to all - wheel -
drive, which powers both the front and rear
axles to provide
extra grip on slippery roads.
A high - performance model might hit the market later on, featuring an
extra electric motor on the rear
axle and all - wheel
drive.
An advanced four - wheel
drive system sends the engine's grunt to the rear wheels only in normal
driving conditions in order to save fuel, and seamlessly transfers power to the front
axle when it detects that
extra traction is needed.
Ford has fitted a Quaife limited - slip differential to add an
extra layer of ability to the RS Edition, which will enhance acceleration and stability by shifting torque around the front
axle, and should make the RS Edition even more impressive to
drive.
The GT's active transfer case only transfers torque to the front
axle when required, so the Challenger's rear
drive character remains in place until
extra traction is required.
[Optional
Extra] Black Open - Pore Ash Wood Trim, [Optional
Extra] 20» Amg Forged 10 - Spoke Design Alloys, [Optional
Extra] Amg Night Package, [Optional
Extra] Designo Diamond White Bright, [Optional
Extra] Premium Package, [Optional
Extra] Total Cost Of Optional
Extra Spec; # 4705, 8.4» high resolution display, Active park assist with parktronic system, AMG instrument cluster, Attention assist, Bluetooth interface for hands free telephone, Collision prevention assist plus, COMAND online nav with colour display, radio / CD / DVD / MP3, SD card, 10 GB music, Emergency Call system, speed limit assist, linguatronic voice control, Dynamic
drive mode selector, Instrument cluster with 5.5 - inch TFT multi-function display, Multi function trip computer, Outside temperature gauge, Remote boot release, Service indicator (ASSYST), Speed sensitive steering, 2 USB ports, Burmester surround sound system, DAB digital radio module, Frontbass loudspeakers, Steering column mounted multifunction controls, Adaptive brake lights, AMG boot lid spoiler in body colour, AMG front, rear apron and side skirts, AMG performance exhaust system, Auto dimming driver's door mirror, Auto dimming rear view mirror, Body coloured bumpers, Electric adjustable / heated / folding door mirrors, Electric windows one touch open / close, Green tinted glass, Heated windscreen washers, Intelligent LED headlight system with active Light System, cornering light function, Adaptive High Beam Assist and blue LED locator lighting, LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, Rain sensor windscreen wipers, Side windows surround in polished aluminium, Wind deflector, 2 cupholders in front centre console, 2 rear head restraints, 3 spoke AMG steering wheel in Nappa leather / Dinamica, 40 / 20/40 split folding rear seats, Advanced multicolour ambient light and LED interior light, AMG floormats, AMG illuminated door sills, AMG performance seats, Artico leather dashboard and beltline with contrast stitching, Auto dual - zone climate control system, Auto Mercedes - Benz child seat recognition sensor, Door courtesy lamps, Electric front seats, Electric height adjustable front seats, Electric height / reach adjustable steering column, Front centre armrest with storage compartment, Front footwell illumination, Grey seatbelts, Heated front seats, Illuminated front / rear door handle recesses, Illuminated glovebox, Isofix rear child seat fastenings, LED reading lights, Nappa leather upholstery, Sports pedals with stainless steel surfaces and rubber studs, Steering wheel gearshift paddles, Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors, Exclusive pack - C class, Memory pack - C Class, Storage pack - C Class, 2 rear seatbelts, ABS + BAS, Active bonnet, Adaptive brake system, Drivers knee airbag, Drivers pelvis airbag, Dual stage Driver / Passenger Airbags, Electronic parking brake, ESP with ASR, Front side airbags, Hill hold control, Hill start assist, Red brake calipers, Tyre pressure monitoring system, Warning triangle and first aid kit, Window airbags, Alarm system / interior protection / immobiliser, Chrome surround electric key, Keyless entry and keyless start, Remote central locking, AMG rear
axle limited slip differential lock, AMG Ride Control sports suspension, Tyre inflation kit
The AWD cars feature Dodge's handy Action Transfer Case and Front
Axle Disconnect, which powers only the rear wheels during normal
driving, engaging the fronts when conditions require
extra traction.