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Real Comparison
For traction in the snow/ice -
We just purchased an 04 4Runner limited V8 while trading a 97 4Runner SR5 4WD V6 . I am sure some of the updated engineering/increased size has some to do with the improved traction, but there is no comparison between these two cars on the snow. The 04 AWD is literally point and shoot while the 97 was good but not nearly as confident.
Also the SR5 has part time 4WD with locked differentials, which can make navigating turns much more difficult. You also can't really use part time 4WD in conditions that have some dry areas because turning can be so difficult and hard on the car. Ironically it is these changing conditions that are the most dangerous. IE you are driving up to a ski area and you are not sure where the snow will start.
Hope this helps.
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