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It’s likely to be a problem with the actuation system for the front diff, such as the solenoids, vacuum line, actuator, or the sensor in the diff.
In this case I would be tempted to go for the older car with the fewer kilometres, as long as you were sure the odometer reading is correct.
IT DEPENDS on the all-up weight of your caravan, but I would be looking at a used 2001-2003 Mitsubishi Pajero, preferably diesel, which would handle your towing needs, and be reliable and reasonably economical.
YOU'VE done 70,000km without any problem, which is enough for any problem to surface, so I'd leave it. I've heard of some issues with engines blowing up on these systems, but it's because drivers take full advantage of the power boost and drive their vehicles harder, instead of easing off on the throttle and getting full advantage of the fuel-cost savings.
THE rotten egg smell is usually a sign of a problem with the catalytic converter. Take it to a mechanic and have it checked.