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Old 04-05-2009, 07:42 AM
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Default Extremely new to Audi (ESP vs Quattro)

Are all Audi's AWD or only the Quattros? I see the ESP but I understand that as just a traction control.

Oh just wanted to add: I just moved to Grafenwoehr Germany from the States. I have been looking for a car that is AWD. I have an Avenger R/T AWD being shipped. Its the wife's car. I was looking at Volvo S60 AWD also. Looking for a sporty Sedan/wagon with AWD for the snow we get here. I moved from Colorado so I am somewhat familiar with the white stuff.
 

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Old 04-05-2009, 11:54 AM
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Quattro = AWD, but better. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quattro..._drive_system)

If it doesn't say quattro, then it's FWD (minus the R8, but w/e)
 
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Old 04-05-2009, 03:22 PM
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ESP = electronic stability control
It reduces over and understeer, by applying a single brake.
The outside front brake being applied, reduces oversteer.
The inside rear brake being applied, reduces understeer.
 
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