Whats the Difference
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Whats the Difference
Now i dont want to start a big argument or a slanging match but i currently own a 2003 WRX PPP and due to a possible new job was thinking of changing it for a newer model STI But i was wanting honnest opinions, and what colour should i go for
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I looked at getting an sti and test drove 2, but settled on a 2003 WRX rather than a 2002 sti, mainly due to the higher running costs, but after driving the two, if I could warrant the extra costs would have had the sti as was more raw to drive, I would say Wrx for day to day running, but if doing low miles or can afford 16-18mpg then the sti is the one to have, but saying that I still think my WRX is great, just 2 different cars to drive. If I compare to fords, then the WRX is the standard cosworth and the sti is the RS500 with all the goodies installed for further mods.
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As above it depends on what running costs you can afford. As for colour I'd never have a black car again unless you can wash it every day. I like the sti in the crystal grey I think it's called.
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What it costs is not much of a problem since i only get about 220-240miles to a tank etc at the moment. It wont be black, i had a black car before and it was a pain
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That's the colour unless u can get a white one.
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http://www.clubwrx.net/forums/attach...1&d=1140258723
That's the colour unless u can get a white one.
That's the colour unless u can get a white one.
Now that looks nice, i like it in silver, not sure about white. Is it a bit of a Chav colour or not?
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WRX PPP is as quick if not quicker than an STI. However STI is different car totally and feels more like a rally car. Stiffer suspension. Much better gearbox. Just better overall feel about it. Stick PPP or remap on an STI and its a must have. Still loved my WRX mind but it was to me a watered down STI. Running costs are pretty much similar but STI is worth the little extra. I am sure that anyone that has owned or driven an STI would not prefer a WRX...
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STi allday long. I run MY03 STi as a daily driver. Had a classic, then wrx and now the STi. There is no comparison.
Saying a wrx ppp will keep up with or possibly beat an sti is rubbish. In the real world the STi would destroy it, not paper figures.
It really is a much more focused car, but still useable everday.
Obviously easier to mod aswell, but its never ending..... Now where did I put that new turbo............................................. ............................
Saying a wrx ppp will keep up with or possibly beat an sti is rubbish. In the real world the STi would destroy it, not paper figures.
It really is a much more focused car, but still useable everday.
Obviously easier to mod aswell, but its never ending..... Now where did I put that new turbo............................................. ............................
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Having had a 2ltr 53WRX PPP and a 2.5ltr MY06 STI I can honestly say that the STi will win all day long. There is no comparison !
However, with relatively few mods the WRX is stonking (view my scooby) ! and more than a match for the 2ltr MY05 STi in standard form.
The biggest and best difference is the move from 2 to 2.5 Ltrs which is a whole diffferent discussion. With similar mods to the MY06 that I applied to the WRX the results are even better (view my scooby)
However, with relatively few mods the WRX is stonking (view my scooby) ! and more than a match for the 2ltr MY05 STi in standard form.
The biggest and best difference is the move from 2 to 2.5 Ltrs which is a whole diffferent discussion. With similar mods to the MY06 that I applied to the WRX the results are even better (view my scooby)
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The BRAKES are awesome on an STI, the extras are a bonus, engine safe to over 400 bhp, WRX safe to 330 (?)
The WRX is a great car, ride is nicer.... for the family
STI is harsh over ridges, but handles superbly
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The WRX is a great car, ride is nicer.... for the family
STI is harsh over ridges, but handles superbly
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So, what do the STi owners think of their lady's box ?
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Leave my Missus out of this,lol.
Red is the best colour(see my Scooby).dont think you can get them in Standard STi's though.
I have had WRX and now have a STi, the difference is totallt out of this world, WRX was good as a all round car but my STi is superior in every way, No problems with the 6 speed box and i can cruise through town in 5th, i couldn't in my WRX(30 MPH).
Then again mine is a Spec C LTD.
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Red is the best colour(see my Scooby).dont think you can get them in Standard STi's though.
I have had WRX and now have a STi, the difference is totallt out of this world, WRX was good as a all round car but my STi is superior in every way, No problems with the 6 speed box and i can cruise through town in 5th, i couldn't in my WRX(30 MPH).
Then again mine is a Spec C LTD.
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