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    1.Whats the difference between Multi-reflector low-beam and high-beam halogen headlights and Projector beam low-beam and multi-reflector high-beam headlights?

    2.What is Variable Torque Distribution (VTD) All-Wheel Drive?

    Edit:I dk if this is right thread for this... :?
     
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    The multireflector lights are what are typically seen on most modern cars. There are several facets within the housing that help to focus the light into a usable beam. The 02-05 WRX headlights are a multireflector set up for both high and low beams. The projector lenses are what you seen on the 05 Legacys, and the 06 Subarus. They use a small, dome like lens to focus the light. (That's an oversimplification, but it's pretty close). They typically have a much better light pattern and beam cutoff. All of the Subarus now use a projector low beam (and projector fog lights, which actually have been around since the 03 Legacys) and a multireflector high beam.


    VTD is Subarus most advanced form of AWD. It combines a planetary center differential with several different sensors, including throttle, steering angle, brake and yaw sensors. It can apply the brakes individually and even cut power to the wheels in order to bring the vehicle back in line in the event of a skid. Basically, it's stability control. Once again, a fairly oversimplified view but that's the basic gist of it.
     
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    Thanks Brian(Also for being the only 1 to answer)
     
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    you know I just learned someting ! hehehe
     
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    now to make sure none of my subies have VTD. lol
     
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    Isn't VTD only available on automatics though?
     
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    automatic 6 cylinders with vdc
     
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    w00t i can spin in safety!
     
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    No matter how good the system is, in snow....they can still spin! It's hard, and takes some effort, but they still spin!
     
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