More for starting on ice and for handling while on ice. I could hardly get my truck out of the driveway in 2 when it was sheet ice with duratracs. Agreed regarding stopping (though i think Jalopnik showed more then once that a vehicle in 4WD does stop faster then one in 2WD with all the rest being the same), but 4Hi does handle better on ice then 2hi..This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote