06evo vs 06sti road and track article
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06evo vs 06sti road and track article
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Motor Trend saw it a little different:
WRX STI: 0-30 1.3, 0-60 4.5, 0-100 12.1, Quarter Mile 13.0 @ 103.5
EVO IX MR: 0-30 1.5, 0-60 4.5, 0-100 12.4, Quarter Mile 13.3 @ 103.4
"...Analysis shows the Subaru slightly more "chuckable" than the Mitsubishi exhibiting a number of higher g-load spikes than the Evo, which shows smoother curves. This is further supported by a particular set of esses where the STI enters at a higher speed and spikes the g-load prior to the exit. The driver reported more confidence throwing the STI because he knew it would reward him with a lurid slide.
The Evo, on the other hand, did what it was designed to do--remain neutral. In fact, when it's pushed beyond what the tires can maintain, the Evo merely goes wide of the intended path, all four tires giving up simultaneously. Whatever's attempted--lifting or matting the gas pedal, tugging at the steering wheel, over-committing to a corner-- the Evo just sticks and goes. Do the same in the STI, and there's always oversteer in reserve."
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WRX STI: 0-30 1.3, 0-60 4.5, 0-100 12.1, Quarter Mile 13.0 @ 103.5
EVO IX MR: 0-30 1.5, 0-60 4.5, 0-100 12.4, Quarter Mile 13.3 @ 103.4
"...Analysis shows the Subaru slightly more "chuckable" than the Mitsubishi exhibiting a number of higher g-load spikes than the Evo, which shows smoother curves. This is further supported by a particular set of esses where the STI enters at a higher speed and spikes the g-load prior to the exit. The driver reported more confidence throwing the STI because he knew it would reward him with a lurid slide.
The Evo, on the other hand, did what it was designed to do--remain neutral. In fact, when it's pushed beyond what the tires can maintain, the Evo merely goes wide of the intended path, all four tires giving up simultaneously. Whatever's attempted--lifting or matting the gas pedal, tugging at the steering wheel, over-committing to a corner-- the Evo just sticks and goes. Do the same in the STI, and there's always oversteer in reserve."
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Motor Trend is kinda bias to Subaru, just like Sport Compact Car is to the EVO. I have seen those times switched around. I think it really depends on the driver with the new MR and the STI. These cars are so close except for the price. MSRP on the MR is about $36k where the STI is only like $32. IMO the STI is a better deal, but we could go on and on and on and on about what is better. They are both excellent cars and will do damage upon almost anything on the road below $150k. I wish I could test drive both. They will not even let you come close on the MR. Subaru on the other hand will let you test drive. But if I am wrong and anybody knows where I can test drive an MR, please let me know.
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I've test drove a MR in Tacoma Washington, but I also pulled up in a new STi and said I wanted to trade. The Dealer didn't seem to mind. After the drive I told him I felt more comfortable in my Sti and pointed out the power and price differance
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