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SiLude · 08-03-2005, 03:48 PM

what made you guys choose the WRX over the Evo? just wondering. i like the way the WRX sounds, but i like the looks of the evo better.

92civicb18b1 · 08-03-2005, 04:00 PM

All are a little under 30k.

Subbie is probably the cheapest to maintain.

EVO

Base Number of Cylinders: 4 Base Engine Size: 2 liters
Base Engine Type: Inline 4 Horsepower: 271 hp
Max Horsepower: 6500 rpm Torque: 273 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 3500 rpm Drive Type: AWD
Turning Circle: 38.7 ft.

A4 1.8T Quattro
Base Number of Cylinders: 4 Base Engine Size: 1.8 liters
Base Engine Type: Inline 4 Horsepower: 170 hp
Max Horsepower: 5900 rpm Torque: 166 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 1950 rpm Drive Type: AWD
Turning Circle: 36.4 ft.

STi

Base Number of Cylinders: 4 Base Engine Size: 2.5 liters
Base Engine Type: Horizontally Opposed Horsepower: 300 hp
Max Horsepower: 6000 rpm Torque: 300 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 4000 rpm Drive Type: AWD
Turning Circle: 35.4 ft.

92civicb18b1 · 08-03-2005, 04:01 PM

i think the Aubbie had the most room.

dohcvtec_accord · 08-03-2005, 04:04 PM

Well, don't go comparing the WRX to the EVO. You probably meant the STi. As far as I know, B is the only person on Hondaswap who has an STi. Celerity and I both have WRX's, but his is stock.

There are pros and cons to both the STi and EVO.

STi has more displacement (better acceleration out of turns, better stright line), better brakes, better interior. EVO has better cornering/handling, bigger turbo, FMIC.

Truthfully, they're both damn fine cars, and I'd be overjoyed to be able to afford/own either one. Given a choice, I'd pick the Subie, but only by a nose.

92civicb18b1 · 08-03-2005, 04:12 PM

I'd pick the subbie purely for it being an STi and the most powerful. It's a matter of opinion. Every car has it's issues like DOHC-Vtec Accord said.

pissedoffsol · 08-03-2005, 04:39 PM

evo's suck.

10k, you'll be buying a new clutch
the interior is civic-quality.
it still drives like a fwd car
its obnoxious as fuck when you put an exahust on it.
its a dsm
its made by mitsushitty, who is on the verge of going out of business. they are always in the news.

sure, they are quick, and handel good. but i went with the sti for a reason.
and i too, think the evo looks better.
but the sti is just a better built car.

pissedoffsol · 08-03-2005, 04:42 PM

and i'll quote E from the other thread on the new eclipse.

Quote:

Originally posted by E_SolSi@Aug 3 2005, 03:31 PM
well if we are saying things they should be but never were... then hell they should be reliable
but this is mitsubishi we are talking about and they dont know the first thing about that

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dohcvtec_accord · 08-03-2005, 04:42 PM

B, I'd disagree with the FWD comparison. Most times, it's going to outhandle the STi. But otherwise, you're on the money.

I'd also refer you back to the thread about Mitsushitty being on its last legs, and the success of the company being largely dependent on the success of the new (blech) Eclipse.

pissedoffsol · 08-03-2005, 04:45 PM

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Originally posted by dohcvtec_accord@Aug 3 2005, 04:42 PM
B, I'd disagree with the FWD comparison. Most times, it's going to outhandle the STi.

maybe it will out handel it-- but it still drives like a FWD. it feels like a FWD. hell, if you didn't know better, you could swear it was a FWD

Quote:

But otherwise, you're on the money.

yup.

Quote:

I'd also refer you back to the thread about Mitsushitty being on its last legs, and the success of the company being largely dependent on the success of the new (blech) Eclipse.

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in other words,
mitsu will be out of business by 07?

lol

i've seen 1 so far on the street...

E_SolSi · 08-03-2005, 04:50 PM

and didnt they already have a MAJOR safety recall for the brakes???

dohcvtec_accord · 08-03-2005, 04:59 PM

Two recalls already, I believe. Brakes yes, and something else I can't remember.

I also can't recall the last time Mitsushitty was in competition for Manufacturer Points in the WRC.

E_SolSi · 08-03-2005, 05:04 PM

na na, na na
NA NA, NA NA
HEY HEY HEY
GOODBYE!!!!!

E_SolSi · 08-03-2005, 05:12 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by dohcvtec_accord@Aug 3 2005, 04:59 PM
Two recalls already, I believe. Brakes yes, and something else I can't remember.

I also can't recall the last time Mitsushitty was in competition for Manufacturer Points in the WRC.

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looked it up... both recalls were for the brakes
first one was for a faulty vacuum line on the boster that could lead to brake failure
second was was for an improperly installed seal on the master cylinder that leads to reduced brake pressure and increased stopping distance

SiLude · 08-03-2005, 05:32 PM

yeah, i did mean the sti, thanks

i've been in an Sti. When i used to valet, i parked one, and about 2 hours later, i decided to take it out for a quick joyride. and quick it was. that shit moves. i was actually kinda scared in first gear. well, not scared, but shocked you could say. basically, i was like "holy shit!!!". took me a minute to get it into reverse though. but yeah, the seats are cool, the dash is cool. it is a cool car. but i dunno, just something about the evo makes me

(just sold a battery to a lesbian in a 2.5rs, what a sweet car) anyways, i love the way the Evo sounds with an exhaust. this guy is Stamford has a yellow one, with bronze rims, and a loud ass exhaust and BOV. i can hear that shit from like a 1/2 mile away and i start drooling. damn i want one of those so bad. in my opinion, this Evo sounds better than any Sti i've heard. but i'm not knocking the Sti either, they sound amazing also.

Judo_boy_48 · 08-03-2005, 06:59 PM

The STI sounds 9287931839182398x better then the evo.

Dont know what STI's you've been hearing.

nismogod · 08-03-2005, 07:37 PM

does that mean its time to buy an EVO in 07 or 08 after they leave? lol

2000Si · 08-03-2005, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by dohcvtec_accord@Aug 3 2005, 03:04 PM
Well, don't go comparing the WRX to the EVO. You probably meant the STi. As far as I know, B is the only person on Hondaswap who has an STi. Celerity and I both have WRX's, but his is stock.

There are pros and cons to both the STi and EVO.

STi has more displacement (better acceleration out of turns, better stright line), better brakes, better interior. EVO has better cornering/handling, bigger turbo, FMIC.

Truthfully, they're both damn fine cars, and I'd be overjoyed to be able to afford/own either one. Given a choice, I'd pick the Subie, but only by a nose.

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Don't forget, B16 has an EVO 8. I'd like to see his opinion in this thread.

VTEC_CBR · 08-03-2005, 11:04 PM

the boxer rumble is eleventy billion times sexier than the evo. anyway i'd be pissed if some punk valet took my ride for a joyride. by years' end i should be the proud owner of an 06 STi

preluderjs · 08-03-2005, 11:28 PM

isnt sound just a matter of preference? thats completely up to the individual...

Battle Pope · 08-03-2005, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SiLude@Aug 3 2005, 02:32 PM
yeah, i did mean the sti, thanks

i've been in an Sti. When i used to valet, i parked one, and about 2 hours later, i decided to take it out for a quick joyride. and quick it was. that shit moves. i was actually kinda scared in first gear. well, not scared, but shocked you could say. basically, i was like "holy shit!!!". took me a minute to get it into reverse though. but yeah, the seats are cool, the dash is cool. it is a cool car. but i dunno, just something about the evo makes me (just sold a battery to a lesbian in a 2.5rs, what a sweet car) anyways, i love the way the Evo sounds with an exhaust. this guy is Stamford has a yellow one, with bronze rims, and a loud ass exhaust and BOV. i can hear that shit from like a 1/2 mile away and i start drooling. damn i want one of those so bad. in my opinion, this Evo sounds better than any Sti i've heard. but i'm not knocking the Sti either, they sound amazing also.

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People like you are the reason why I'd rather walk 500 feet (regardless of the weather) than valet park.

Celerity · 08-06-2005, 05:16 PM

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Originally posted by SiLude@Aug 3 2005, 04:32 PM
yeah, i did mean the sti, thanks

i've been in an Sti. When i used to valet, i parked one, and about 2 hours later, i decided to take it out for a quick joyride. and quick it was. that shit moves. i was actually kinda scared in first gear. well, not scared, but shocked you could say. basically, i was like "holy shit!!!". took me a minute to get it into reverse though. but yeah, the seats are cool, the dash is cool. it is a cool car. but i dunno, just something about the evo makes me (just sold a battery to a lesbian in a 2.5rs, what a sweet car) anyways, i love the way the Evo sounds with an exhaust. this guy is Stamford has a yellow one, with bronze rims, and a loud ass exhaust and BOV. i can hear that shit from like a 1/2 mile away and i start drooling. damn i want one of those so bad. in my opinion, this Evo sounds better than any Sti i've heard. but i'm not knocking the Sti either, they sound amazing also.

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God, that's a real shame. If you wanted to start hanging out here, we all let each other drive each other's car.. But not you

Subaru knows AWD better than Mitsushitty does. The balance of the two (Sedan and Wagon) are great, and the cars can't be fooled.

My gf, for all intents and purposes, didn't compare the cars - She wanted a wagon over a turbo, so the WRX was it for her.

Hey, not to threadjack or nothing, But her friend that used to have an 03 WRX said that the clutch chatter gets miserable in the winter. He traded his in for an Accord, which to me is insult.

->

asmallsol · 08-06-2005, 08:18 PM

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Originally posted by Celerity@Aug 6 2005, 05:16 PM

Subaru knows AWD better than Mitsushitty does. The balance of the two (Sedan and Wagon) are great, and the cars can't be fooled.
->

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I wouldn't go that far. They have been making AWD for some time. The EVO (remember, theres 8 of them) the FTO, the Eclipse, ect.

Celerity · 08-06-2005, 10:20 PM

I loved the late 80's Scoobs with the dual-range 4WD for offroading. They had little plow attachments.

-> Steve

And I love Brats, to this day.

2000Si · 08-06-2005, 10:21 PM

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Originally posted by asmallsol+Aug 6 2005, 07:18 PM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(asmallsol @ Aug 6 2005, 07:18 PM)</div><div class='quotemain'><!--QuoteBegin-Celerity@Aug 6 2005, 05:16 PM

Subaru knows AWD better than Mitsushitty does.* The balance of the two (Sedan and Wagon) are great, and the cars can't be fooled.
->

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I wouldn't go that far. They have been making AWD for some time. The EVO (remember, theres 8 of them) the FTO, the Eclipse, ect.

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[/b][/quote]

I thought the FTO was FWD? Of course I'm just basing this upon what's in Grand Turismo... and you probably have researched this more than I have.

Battle Pope · 08-06-2005, 10:45 PM

The EVO was really their most successful AWD platform. Subaru, however, has been producing specifically AWD cars since their inception (or at least really far back).

08-03-2005, 03:48 PM	#1
SiLude Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Las Vegas biotch Posts: 413 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 14	what made you guys choose the WRX over the Evo? just wondering. i like the way the WRX sounds, but i like the looks of the evo better. __________________ "I love my Honda like I love my ganja, smoke a V8 like i smoke marijuana" some tool from "the vtec song" or "the turbo song" or something <div class=\'quotetop\'>QUOTE</div><div class=\'quotemain\'>All motor = The expensive way to go slow</div> <div class=\'quotetop\'>QUOTE</div><div class=\'quotemain\'>Dents just add character, drive it around and be happy. </div>

08-03-2005, 04:00 PM	#2
92civicb18b1 The Trisexual Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: The asshole of the USA, New Jersey Age: 22 Posts: 8,874 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 2007 Civic, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rep Power: 122	All are a little under 30k. Subbie is probably the cheapest to maintain. EVO Base Number of Cylinders: 4 Base Engine Size: 2 liters Base Engine Type: Inline 4 Horsepower: 271 hp Max Horsepower: 6500 rpm Torque: 273 ft-lbs. Max Torque: 3500 rpm Drive Type: AWD Turning Circle: 38.7 ft. A4 1.8T Quattro Base Number of Cylinders: 4 Base Engine Size: 1.8 liters Base Engine Type: Inline 4 Horsepower: 170 hp Max Horsepower: 5900 rpm Torque: 166 ft-lbs. Max Torque: 1950 rpm Drive Type: AWD Turning Circle: 36.4 ft. STi Base Number of Cylinders: 4 Base Engine Size: 2.5 liters Base Engine Type: Horizontally Opposed Horsepower: 300 hp Max Horsepower: 6000 rpm Torque: 300 ft-lbs. Max Torque: 4000 rpm Drive Type: AWD Turning Circle: 35.4 ft. __________________ DO NOT PM ME WITH TECH QUESTIONS!!! Current Rides 1992 Chevy S-10 Ext. Cab Previous 1992 Civic DX Hatch = 1994 B18B1 Turbo Rebuilt Garrett .60/.48 T3, log style mani and DIY downpipe, DSM 440's, kteller IC piping, JRC Intercooler, Home Depot style oil lines, HKS BOV, Crome Tuned, 253whp 1994 Civic VX Hatch, 1992 b18a1 swap 1993 Civic CX Hatch, 2000 B18b1

08-03-2005, 04:01 PM	#3
92civicb18b1 The Trisexual Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: The asshole of the USA, New Jersey Age: 22 Posts: 8,874 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 2007 Civic, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rep Power: 122	i think the Aubbie had the most room. __________________ DO NOT PM ME WITH TECH QUESTIONS!!! Current Rides 1992 Chevy S-10 Ext. Cab Previous 1992 Civic DX Hatch = 1994 B18B1 Turbo Rebuilt Garrett .60/.48 T3, log style mani and DIY downpipe, DSM 440's, kteller IC piping, JRC Intercooler, Home Depot style oil lines, HKS BOV, Crome Tuned, 253whp 1994 Civic VX Hatch, 1992 b18a1 swap 1993 Civic CX Hatch, 2000 B18b1

08-03-2005, 04:04 PM	#4
dohcvtec_accord WRX Sellout Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: The left lane Age: 32 Posts: 8,498 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 2002 WRB Impreza WRX Rep Power: 99	Well, don't go comparing the WRX to the EVO. You probably meant the STi. As far as I know, B is the only person on Hondaswap who has an STi. Celerity and I both have WRX's, but his is stock. There are pros and cons to both the STi and EVO. STi has more displacement (better acceleration out of turns, better stright line), better brakes, better interior. EVO has better cornering/handling, bigger turbo, FMIC. Truthfully, they're both damn fine cars, and I'd be overjoyed to be able to afford/own either one. Given a choice, I'd pick the Subie, but only by a nose. __________________ This space left intentionally blank.

08-03-2005, 04:12 PM	#5
92civicb18b1 The Trisexual Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: The asshole of the USA, New Jersey Age: 22 Posts: 8,874 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 2007 Civic, 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rep Power: 122	I'd pick the subbie purely for it being an STi and the most powerful. It's a matter of opinion. Every car has it's issues like DOHC-Vtec Accord said. __________________ DO NOT PM ME WITH TECH QUESTIONS!!! Current Rides 1992 Chevy S-10 Ext. Cab Previous 1992 Civic DX Hatch = 1994 B18B1 Turbo Rebuilt Garrett .60/.48 T3, log style mani and DIY downpipe, DSM 440's, kteller IC piping, JRC Intercooler, Home Depot style oil lines, HKS BOV, Crome Tuned, 253whp 1994 Civic VX Hatch, 1992 b18a1 swap 1993 Civic CX Hatch, 2000 B18b1


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08-03-2005, 04:39 PM	#6
pissedoffsol RETIRED Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Retirement Home Age: 29 Posts: 49,951 iTrader: 2 / 100% Ride: Electric Scooter Blog Entries: 1 Rep Power: 531	evo's suck. 10k, you'll be buying a new clutch the interior is civic-quality. it still drives like a fwd car its obnoxious as fuck when you put an exahust on it. its a dsm its made by mitsushitty, who is on the verge of going out of business. they are always in the news. sure, they are quick, and handel good. but i went with the sti for a reason. and i too, think the evo looks better. but the sti is just a better built car.

08-03-2005, 04:42 PM	#8
dohcvtec_accord WRX Sellout Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: The left lane Age: 32 Posts: 8,498 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 2002 WRB Impreza WRX Rep Power: 99	B, I'd disagree with the FWD comparison. Most times, it's going to outhandle the STi. But otherwise, you're on the money. I'd also refer you back to the thread about Mitsushitty being on its last legs, and the success of the company being largely dependent on the success of the new (blech) Eclipse. __________________ This space left intentionally blank.

08-03-2005, 04:59 PM	#11
dohcvtec_accord WRX Sellout Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: The left lane Age: 32 Posts: 8,498 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 2002 WRB Impreza WRX Rep Power: 99	Two recalls already, I believe. Brakes yes, and something else I can't remember. I also can't recall the last time Mitsushitty was in competition for Manufacturer Points in the WRC. __________________ This space left intentionally blank.

08-03-2005, 05:32 PM	#14
SiLude Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Las Vegas biotch Posts: 413 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 14	yeah, i did mean the sti, thanks i've been in an Sti. When i used to valet, i parked one, and about 2 hours later, i decided to take it out for a quick joyride. and quick it was. that shit moves. i was actually kinda scared in first gear. well, not scared, but shocked you could say. basically, i was like "holy shit!!!". took me a minute to get it into reverse though. but yeah, the seats are cool, the dash is cool. it is a cool car. but i dunno, just something about the evo makes me (just sold a battery to a lesbian in a 2.5rs, what a sweet car) anyways, i love the way the Evo sounds with an exhaust. this guy is Stamford has a yellow one, with bronze rims, and a loud ass exhaust and BOV. i can hear that shit from like a 1/2 mile away and i start drooling. damn i want one of those so bad. in my opinion, this Evo sounds better than any Sti i've heard. but i'm not knocking the Sti either, they sound amazing also. __________________ "I love my Honda like I love my ganja, smoke a V8 like i smoke marijuana" some tool from "the vtec song" or "the turbo song" or something <div class=\'quotetop\'>QUOTE</div><div class=\'quotemain\'>All motor = The expensive way to go slow</div> <div class=\'quotetop\'>QUOTE</div><div class=\'quotemain\'>Dents just add character, drive it around and be happy. </div>

08-03-2005, 06:59 PM	#15
Judo_boy_48 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 218 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 16	The STI sounds 9287931839182398x better then the evo. Dont know what STI's you've been hearing. __________________ 90' CRX Si 05' Chevy Colorado Xtreme 08' Chevy Trailblazer SS Step to a vette... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6e_zcp-W2g

08-03-2005, 07:37 PM	#16
nismogod Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Deltona, FL Posts: 1,031 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 24	does that mean its time to buy an EVO in 07 or 08 after they leave? lol __________________ Power is nothing without Control.

08-03-2005, 11:04 PM	#18
VTEC_CBR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Virginia Beach Age: 28 Posts: 1,004 iTrader: 0 / 0% Ride: 2004 SE-R Rep Power: 81	the boxer rumble is eleventy billion times sexier than the evo. anyway i'd be pissed if some punk valet took my ride for a joyride. by years' end i should be the proud owner of an 06 STi

08-03-2005, 11:28 PM	#19
preluderjs Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: san diego Posts: 701 iTrader: 0 / 0% Rep Power: 22	isnt sound just a matter of preference? thats completely up to the individual... __________________ a,b,c,d,ew,f,h,j,k,zc Honda fan w/ out a Honda. 00 GTI 1.8t "now before I finish, let me just say I did not come here to show out, did not come here to impress you because to tell you the truth when I leave here I'm GONE! & I dont care WHAT you think about me..."

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