2wd v. 4wd

[97tahoe]

Hello Again,
I asked this seperate from my engine question just in case some have experience with this specifically.

The 07 Tahoe I am looking at online is 2wd w/ stabilatrack. I understand the theory of the systems but have never had stabilatrack and am wondering how it works in snow?

Living in Wisconsin I just cant imagine the embarrassment and ridicule from my Ford owning neighbors of getting my Tahoe stuck in my driveway!!

Thanks

 

[Rafael]

Stabilitrak will not prevent you from getting stuck in the snow.
4wd will not prevent you either, but it helps.
Inadequate Ground clearance is a big reason for folks getting stuck in snow.
Take a stock 4wd Tahoe in to 2 feet of snow and spin the tires a bit too much and you will get stuck, time for the winch.

 

[73shark]

If you can get traction control and the G80 locker rear end, you'll not get stuck unless you get crazy.

 

[Zed 71]

Just get the 4x4. If you are already contemplating you need it, more than likely you will. Better to have that extra security.

 

[Gambler]

4x4s have better resale too...not that you'll ever want to sell it...

 

[DownTownDru]

I have the 2wd 2007 Tahoe here in Central IL. Not as much snow as WIS, but haven't had any problems at all (except for once doing something stupid - my fault). Be sure to get the G80 locking rear diff, though, big help.

 

[uofmz71]

better to have it and not need it, then to not have it and need it...

i have a 4x4 and have never used it BUT, i have the auto 4x4 and use that all the time!

its great to have that option...