EVO IX vs SRT-4 with Stage 3
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Originally Posted by NavyEVO82
I'm pondering the idea of the SRT4 with a stage 3 turbo upgrade instead of the EVO, just checking it out at this point- the srt4 would out well over 300hp....Obviously the handling would suck compared to the EVO, any opinions on this?
As for the handling, I would (as others on srtforums.com) would suggest either the Mopar Stage 3 coilovers or the IPP 3 way adjustable COs.
That is the first phase of work on my car. I have the hotchkis F/R sway bars, DC FSTB, and Pwerks rear tri mount SB. I will be getting IPP COs with mopar rear tensioners and all new bushings. Also, I am getting a wider/lighter tire combination as well - which will allow for more tire gripping the ground. The stock tires are way to skinny IMO.
So, not a money for money issue - but you could definitely drop a bit in the SRT-4 and make it good on power and handling. Its a fun car. (now, you could get the evo and spend the same amount in upgrades and im sure it would be amazing as well)
Its a preference thing. Test out both cars, see what you like best. Do your research, try to avoid ignorant SRT and EVO owners giving biased opinions in all cases.
Hope this helps a bit,
peace,
nate
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Originally Posted by Tsurara
Uh...
SRT-4 = FWD
Evo = AWD
FWD = wheelspin. You do the math.
SRT-4 = FWD
Evo = AWD
FWD = wheelspin. You do the math.
You forgot wheel hop as well. There have been some SRT's who have upped the power and snapped their axles. FWD is a pain to launch, that is for sure. Get some 500 HP axles and some slicks and it seems to hook up better. However, not real convenient for a daily driver.
im not really sure about the 'math' part you are referring to. yes, you have AWD versus FWD, but what about the drivetrain loss math? im not trying to be a jerk - just didnt really understand you statement with other variables involved.
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Originally Posted by Hotshot940
Where is Bolivar?
if you saw anything on the news lately about flooding, well, thats bolivar. it has an exit off 77S with a river to the left.
i hope that helps, ha.
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Originally Posted by HorinayHotiness
LOL! EVO chick magnet! That will be the day. I don't think there's even a girl on the planet who knows what an EVO is. To them it's just a crappy Mitsubishi with a big wing. If you want a chick magnet buy a Benz or a Lexus.
now when i come out of malls these days, i only get dudes bukkaking my evo.... no girls in site.. i WASH my car.. 3 times
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I saw an SRT-4 last night. Sounded decked out, he had that diesel truck sounding exhaust and what sounded like the pitch of a HKS BOV. I asked him what he had was we drove along side each other. He was on Mopar Stage 2. I asked him if he would choose his current SRT-4 Stage 2 over an Evo. He shook his head and laughed, saying hell no. Funny thing is, his girlfriend shook her head and agreed with him simultaneously.
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If you want a car that is really, really fast in a straight line, the SRT-4 definitely does the job right.
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Originally Posted by slt
and it doesn't drag particularly well.
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Originally Posted by esarteefor
wow, thats a pretty bold statement. do you have proof to back up that statement?
You can run with that handicap if you want, but you'll get your *** handed to you by any number of late market mustangs, camaro's, ect.
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Originally Posted by slt
Its FWD
You can run with that handicap if you want, but you'll get your *** handed to you by any number of late market mustangs, camaro's, ect.
You can run with that handicap if you want, but you'll get your *** handed to you by any number of late market mustangs, camaro's, ect.
so again, not arguing your point - I just want you to back it up with actual proof when you make statements like that.