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06-01-2006, 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by sqela
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Heh, that'* what the owners say... 
06-01-2006, 09:58 PM
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even with subaru reliability, i question how long a 4 banger pushign that much pwoer and boost can last, they are 2 liters right? iirc they are 2 liters becaus ethat is the displacement limit for the races they were made for
06-01-2006, 10:05 PM
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Don't question the horizonally opposed engines. They are neater than a 90* V
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PERFORMANCE: 3,300 lbs, 300 horsepower, 300 lb-ft of torque. High-boost intercooled turbocharging at its finest. Meet the Subaru rocket sled. Acceleration is ferocious, with a 0-60 time under five seconds, onetime supercar territory. The American-spec engine, at 2.5 liters, is larger that that used in other parts of the world, and is also different from that used in the regular WRX. Four valves per cylinder with variable valve timing, and plenty of boost at 14.5 psi result in high power output and remarkable civility. I spent far more time in commute traffic than on uncrowded fun roads (welcome to the real world...) and the STi was no more difficult to drive than any other stick-shift car. The optional short-throw shift linkage for the six-speed gearbox is highly recommended, as it markedly improves shifting. Turbo lag is not a problem at engine speeds over 2500 rpm, and from there to just past the 6000 rpm power peak power is instantaneous. With the hefty midrange torque available, there is no need to get acquainted with the electronic rev-limiter. Fuel consumption is reasonable with light throttle; keep the boost up and you'll pay at the pump. Just add it to the entertainment budget.
06-01-2006, 10:21 PM
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Originally Posted by NERV
dont get me wrong, i love subarus, im just thinking realisticly
(If the car is well driven and maintain)
The guy i know have only broke one thing on the engine, and you cant even imagine how hard he drives it.
And its a 11 seconds car.
I would buy one right now if i had enought money.
06-01-2006, 11:53 PM
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Originally Posted by NERV
even with subaru reliability, i question how long a 4 banger pushign that much pwoer and boost can last, they are 2 liters right? iirc they are 2 liters becaus ethat is the displacement limit for the races they were made for
I think of the boxer as the "180 degree V".
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