I want to sell my 07 STi and buy an EVO-X+
10-11-2010 | 01:03 PM
#32
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yes! get one.
those things handle SHARP!!!!!
you hear those stories about subys being understeer pig, oh yes you know it once you drive an X.
and as far as the power diff.. this is where people dont see outside the lines..
reviews use an MR X to test against an STi in a straight line race. the MR only comes int hat wack automatic. of course the STi will kill it in a straight line.. the GSR MT EVO X is way faster in the straight line.
of course the MR has all the better suspension goodies i believe? youll have to check. dont know if that will effect the road course performance.
and power, every tuner knows the X or any EVO for that matter makes power so much easier than a subaru. just a few mods and thats it.
if your keeping it stock yes Sti, but when it comes to modding, the mitsu is where it is at.
those things handle SHARP!!!!!
you hear those stories about subys being understeer pig, oh yes you know it once you drive an X.
and as far as the power diff.. this is where people dont see outside the lines..
reviews use an MR X to test against an STi in a straight line race. the MR only comes int hat wack automatic. of course the STi will kill it in a straight line.. the GSR MT EVO X is way faster in the straight line.
of course the MR has all the better suspension goodies i believe? youll have to check. dont know if that will effect the road course performance.
and power, every tuner knows the X or any EVO for that matter makes power so much easier than a subaru. just a few mods and thats it.
if your keeping it stock yes Sti, but when it comes to modding, the mitsu is where it is at.
10-11-2010 | 01:07 PM
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oh yea, brucelee, what you willl miss is that beloved feeling of "family" in the community, because it is no where as tight knit with them or the mitsubishi family.
all they care about there is GOING FAST! i saw a thread where EVOs and DSMs were arguing, there is no closeness there.. you go fast, or go home.
10-11-2010 | 03:55 PM
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As always it depends on what you want...
I think Subarus are more forgivable, refined and easier to live with on day-to-day basis (and I heard cheaper to insure) if you do most of your spirited driving in the real world and not an avid auto-x/track junkie. Evos are better pure performance machines, but sacrifice some comfort, driveability and safety on public roads. Each car has its maintenance pluses and minuses (ex. engine work on Subarus and transmission work on Evos).
From the engineering perspective, it is hard to argue with Evo's closed deck engine design, larger stock trubo, plethora of electronic driver aids and ability to fit wider rims/tires.
And there is obviously the community difference, as it has already been mentioned. Most Evo owners I encounter these days have some sort of chip on their shoulder and only care about bragging rights, going faster and showing off. My DD is an Outback wagon with light suspension, drive train and exterior mods, but is bone stock slow in a straight line...yet for some reason every other Evo I encounter feels the necessity to rev on me, try to pull or do a fly by on me
I think Subarus are more forgivable, refined and easier to live with on day-to-day basis (and I heard cheaper to insure) if you do most of your spirited driving in the real world and not an avid auto-x/track junkie. Evos are better pure performance machines, but sacrifice some comfort, driveability and safety on public roads. Each car has its maintenance pluses and minuses (ex. engine work on Subarus and transmission work on Evos).
From the engineering perspective, it is hard to argue with Evo's closed deck engine design, larger stock trubo, plethora of electronic driver aids and ability to fit wider rims/tires.
And there is obviously the community difference, as it has already been mentioned. Most Evo owners I encounter these days have some sort of chip on their shoulder and only care about bragging rights, going faster and showing off. My DD is an Outback wagon with light suspension, drive train and exterior mods, but is bone stock slow in a straight line...yet for some reason every other Evo I encounter feels the necessity to rev on me, try to pull or do a fly by on me
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10-11-2010 | 04:35 PM
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^ Yeah, the Evos are great auto-x/track cars. As for the X, it's definitely become easier to live with as a daily driver compared to the VIII/IX. I think the safety on the X is a lot better than before. Also, unlike the previous models, the engine in the X is semi-closed and not closed. However, the peak boost in my brother's X is around 30 psi and everything is going strong.
10-11-2010 | 04:38 PM
#38
As always it depends on what you want...
I think Subarus are more forgivable, refined and easier to live with on day-to-day basis (and I heard cheaper to insure) if you do most of your spirited driving in the real world and not an avid auto-x/track junkie. Evos are better pure performance machines, but sacrifice some comfort, driveability and safety on public roads. Each car has its maintenance pluses and minuses (ex. engine work on Subarus and transmission work on Evos).
From the engineering perspective, it is hard to argue with Evo's closed deck engine design, larger stock trubo, plethora of electronic driver aids and ability to fit wider rims/tires.
And there is obviously the community difference, as it has already been mentioned. Most Evo owners I encounter these days have some sort of chip on their shoulder and only care about bragging rights, going faster and showing off. My DD is an Outback wagon with light suspension, drive train and exterior mods, but is bone stock slow in a straight line...yet for some reason every other Evo I encounter feels the necessity to rev on me, try to pull or do a fly by on me
I think Subarus are more forgivable, refined and easier to live with on day-to-day basis (and I heard cheaper to insure) if you do most of your spirited driving in the real world and not an avid auto-x/track junkie. Evos are better pure performance machines, but sacrifice some comfort, driveability and safety on public roads. Each car has its maintenance pluses and minuses (ex. engine work on Subarus and transmission work on Evos).
From the engineering perspective, it is hard to argue with Evo's closed deck engine design, larger stock trubo, plethora of electronic driver aids and ability to fit wider rims/tires.
And there is obviously the community difference, as it has already been mentioned. Most Evo owners I encounter these days have some sort of chip on their shoulder and only care about bragging rights, going faster and showing off. My DD is an Outback wagon with light suspension, drive train and exterior mods, but is bone stock slow in a straight line...yet for some reason every other Evo I encounter feels the necessity to rev on me, try to pull or do a fly by on me
10-11-2010 | 05:30 PM
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10-11-2010 | 06:24 PM
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And there is obviously the community difference, as it has already been mentioned. Most Evo owners I encounter these days have some sort of chip on their shoulder and only care about bragging rights, going faster and showing off. My DD is an Outback wagon with light suspension, drive train and exterior mods, but is bone stock slow in a straight line...yet for some reason every other Evo I encounter feels the necessity to rev on me, try to pull or do a fly by on me
If I would to buy an Evo, it's only because I want one, not because it would get me into the cool kids club.
Having said that, there's something about being the 'underdog'. Evo might be the better performer, but there's more to it with real enthusiasts.
People who ride understand this all too well. Just because you pulled up in the latest rocket ship doesn't mean you will out ride that guy with the dirty windscreen.
10-11-2010 | 07:33 PM
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