After owning both, I will always have a 4x4 but that's just me. It's not a cure all as some may think, but when u need it u got it and it's worth it to me. In Florida a 2 WD gets passed up very quickly, the 4x4 is more desirable and has much higher resale value. It may be different in other areas but down here even though we have sand, people love to hunt, and 4x4 is needed.. I have been stuck in wet grass at campgrounds with my 2wd, and yes I know how to drive, despite having a locker. It's ur call, only u know what ur use will be, for me I have used it numerous times and have never looked back.