Front Wheel Drive Cars

The cars in which the engine powers only the front wheels are known as front wheel drive cars. The transverse engine in lieu of the conventional longitudinal engine is used for cars with this technology. The advantage of using these cars is the traction offered by them. It helps in navigating slippery roads without much difficulty. It is necessary to have snow tires on such cars; it helps navigate the car in a better manner.

Reviews of Front Wheel Drive Cars

The reviews of important models of these cars are presented below. The details of the best brands available in the market can be found in this write-up.

Hyundai Sonata
This car is one of the best products released by Hyundai; a lot of time and money has been spent on the research of this car. The company therefore, expects a lot from this model. The 4-cylinder engine of this automobile generates a power of 198 hp; the torque produced is 184 lbs-feet. This mid size sedan car is perfectly suited for use by families. The Hyundai Sonata also comes in various trims (SE, GLS, etc.) along with many safety features. There is provision to add a sun roof and navigation system. The mileage offered by Hyundai Sonata on highway conditions is 35 mpg, while it is 28 mpg for city conditions. This car is priced at around $19,000.

Ford Taurus
This car is available in many different models; the Taurus SHO is amongst the high performing ones. This car is powered by a V6 engine with a capacity of 3.5 liter. It produces a power of 263 hp. The Ford Taurus is known for top quality safety features and car interiors. The safety features include four-wheel anti-lock brakes, post-crash SOS alert, electronic traction and stability control, etc. The other technological features offered by this car include the MyKey parental features, Collision warning, Cross Traffic Alert, capless refueling, adaptive cruise control, touch-pas keyless entry, rain-sensing wipers, blind spot detection and intelligent keyless entry. The price of Ford Taurus ranges from $25,000 - $38,000.

Volkswagen GTI
This hatchback model comes with a 2.0 liter engine and generates a power of 200 hp. The 4-cylinder engine of Volkswagen GTI comes with a 6-speed dual-clutch automated or 6-speed manual transmission. The way in which this car firmly grips the road surface is what makes driving a safe experience. Precise steering is also one of the important features of this car. The high quality interiors is one of the highlights of the Volkswagen GTI. The estimated fuel economy for the manual transmission cars is 32 mpg for highway conditions and 24 mpg while driving in cities. The price of this car ranges from $23,500 - $31,000.

Chevrolet Cobalt SS
This automobile is manufactured by General Motors and is one of the fastest cars in this segment. The Chevrolet Cobalt SS is powered by a 205 hp engine. This 4-cylinder engine with a 2.0 liter capacity can withstand a 12 psi boost. The 215/45WR-18 Pirelli P6 tires incorporated in this car design are known for the grip they provide. The ultra-stable dynamics of this car also is one of its highlights. The base price of this car is around $25,000.

Toyota Aurion
Manufactured by the Toyota company in Australia, this car is equipped with a V6 engine that has a capacity of 3.5 liter. The Toyota Aurion comes in 4-door sedan style. The interiors of this car have a satin wood grain finish. Vanity mirrors and an overall upgraded instrumental panel are some of the features of the interiors of this car. The alloy wheels for Toyota Aurion come in a 16 inch size. The price ranges from $35,500 - $50,000.

Today's front wheel drive cars as stated above, make use of transversely mounted engines. The 'end-on' mounted transmission drives the front wheels of these cars. The constant velocity joints linked by means of driveshafts are used in powering the front wheels. These cars prove to be useful in cold countries where one has to drive in snow. Cars with a front wheel drive system are therefore best suited for such conditions and offer a safe and comforting driving experience.