Does 2wd make a big difference then 4wd .other then 4wd gives better traction. But does it gives better towing abillities

Depends what and where you are towing. If you are fond of traveling off the beaten track 4wd is almost a must. For most of us it is an expensive set of chains, we have only wished for it once.

There is no correct answer to a generic question of this sort. It depends on what is towing what under which conditions. Too many variables.

Here are some pros and cons based on my experience:1. A four wheel drive equipped vehicle weighs more than a 2WD. The extra elements such as a transfer case and added drive shaft add weight. Let's say you purchased a 2WD and a 4WD that were exactly the same truck. Suppose the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is 9,000 pounds. If the 2WD truck weighed 7,000 Pounds, you would be able to carry 2,000 pounds on that truck. That's called payload. It consists of all weight you put in the truck including driver and passengers, cargo, and trailer pin or tongue weight. If you took the same truck in 4WD, it might weigh 7,500 pounds, but would still have the same 9,000 pound GVWR. So on the 4WD truck, you'd only be able to carry 1,500 pounds (9,000-7,500).2. I've been in situations where I was trying to back my FW up a driveway to a campsite that was fairly steep and covered in gravel. My truck tires started spinning. I put it in 4WD, and backed in with no problem. If I'd only had 2WD, I would have needed an alternate plan. I've also been bogged down in mud, and used the 4WD to get out.3. 4WD vehicles are a little more expensive to maintain (but not much). Also, they usually cost more when you make your initial purchase. However, most 4WD trucks will have a higher resale value when you eventually sell it.4. Normally, 4WD will not give you added towing capacity.Jim

I mainly have 4 wheel drive for when I am not towing...We get winter here

Very open question that only you can answer. I live in New England with lots of snow, and working a job that requires me to travel in all conditions, 4WD is very helpful (along with dedicated snow tires). I also had an issue backing up an incline to a campsite where I spun out on gravel. As the previous poster said, I just put it in 4WD and continued backing in.But 4WD doesn't help all the time, especially when your wheels don't touch the ground.

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scbwr
Explorer II
Apr 01, 2015
I've always had four wheel drive and have had to use it on wet grass, gravel and mud when pulling out of a campsite. And, we live up north, so four wheel drive is my choice.
myredracer
Explorer II
Apr 01, 2015
Depends a lot on where you plan to go camping or where you live.

We have 4WD in our F250. Have never used it and likely never will as we almost never get snow in the SW corner of BC and we only camp in "civilized" CGs with full hookups. The added weight means less payload capacity. 4WD is also a few inches higher off the ground (5-6"?) - harder to access the bed and harder to get in & out (at least for us).
miltvill
Explorer II
Apr 01, 2015
Tires and a locking rear axel are the most important. Many 4x4 have only one tire spinning in the back and one tire spinning in the front with crappie tires. My TV has never scene snow. So, I don't worry about it.
Sinterior
Explorer
Apr 01, 2015
I've used 4X4 several times in Provincial Parks, and around here, you couldn't give a 2WD truck away.
ToyHauler
Explorer
Apr 01, 2015
IMHO
Its better to have and not need than not have and need it.
Houston_Remodel
Explorer
Apr 01, 2015
Once you own a 4x4 you won't go back. Being in construction, mine is also used for work. We go to GC's that have dirt roads, steep hills, and once in a while it rains a bit. The tow chain lives behind the drivers seat for a reason. Low range is my friend.

Depends on where you drive.
valhalla360
Navigator
Apr 01, 2015
Since you are asking that pretty much means you don't need it.
noteven
Explorer III
Apr 01, 2015
We like 4wd when towing The Big 5'er on roads like this:
FKT4387
Explorer
Apr 01, 2015
poncho62 wrote:
I mainly have 4 wheel drive for when I am not towing...We get winter here

For the fact of being able to drive while cars are in ditches everywhere makes me happy to have 4wd drive. I don't believe it adds anything to towing my tt.
korbe
Explorer
Apr 01, 2015
My camping area driveway is over 24% on gravel. The 4 wheel drive in low gear takes us up just fine. When I tried in 2 wheel drive, I started to slip.

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