or more specifically pulling a boat up a ramp. I have a 13’ whaler and have been pulling it with my explorer but am considering getting rid of the gas hog and taking over my wifes escape. The escape is front wheel drive, 4 ltr v6, has plenty of power but its 2 wheel drive. I dont expect to have any issues pulling the boat around but I’m wondering about pulling it up a ramp. Anyone have any experience using a front wheel drive for this? I dont want to be “that guy” at the ramp that just spins and cant get out of everyones way . . .
Never done it, but it should be fine. You have all that weight from the engine right over the drive wheels which should help, unless its a really slimy ramp.
Pulled 17-18’ bow riders with my parent’s minivans (front wheel drive) through high school and college, no problem. Vehicles were rated for the weight. Front wheel only did just fine. I think you’ll pull a 13’ whaler without knowing it is there.