RE: O/T: SRT-4 beats wrx!

From: Mr. Plow (adam_is_mr_plow@hotmail.com)
Date: Wed Oct 30 2002 - 15:06:03 EST


The WRX weighs 3200(ish) pounds.
What is the weight of the Neon?
Also there is not going to be a turbo version of the Neon in Canada, so we
once again don't get the "good" version of a car.... arrgghhh....

The Adam Blaster
Two words, figure it out.....

>
>
>Actual times for the 0-60MPH was 5.9 seconds (averaged low and high).
>
>The weight of the Neon is a lot lighter than the WRX. The Neon pushes a
>225HP and 230lbs of Torque. The WRX is an upside down motor. More rev less
>torques factor. The torque is the driving force in getting the car
>off-line. However, a wheel spin is a problem with front drive only vice
>AWD. Yet, the WRX will lose a lot more real HP/TQ due to drive train
>exchange from engine to wheels.
>
>Therefore, the Neon for 20K is a better deal. It will be release to the
>dealership in December period. There is talk about adding more power for
>the 2005 version now to compete with the new Focus WRC model.
>
>--------------------------------------
>Steven St.Laurent

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