Thinking of switching from the IX to the X for safety.. ?
Dec 3, 2008, 08:15 PM
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Theorhetically a heavier car with better designed crash absorption, more airbags, better brakes should mitigate and/or reduce damages more, but remember that you can die even in an S-class or a 7 series at extreme speeds or when running into very strong objects such as concrete pillars.
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=124526
Dec 3, 2008, 08:52 PM
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If you're that concerned with safety I say get a Volvo (or whatever else is the best rated). Really, if family safety is number one you should go for the safest right?
I don't know how much you can rationalize and play halfsies with God and say ok if you say I need safety.. Let's go with a better rated sports car, you know what I'm saying?
Not trying to be degrading, rude, etc., anything AT ALL. Just my true and honest opinion, also from a religious standpoint. But if the X really is very very safe, more power to ya!
I don't know how much you can rationalize and play halfsies with God and say ok if you say I need safety.. Let's go with a better rated sports car, you know what I'm saying?
Not trying to be degrading, rude, etc., anything AT ALL. Just my true and honest opinion, also from a religious standpoint. But if the X really is very very safe, more power to ya!
Dec 3, 2008, 08:59 PM
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If you're that concerned with safety I say get a Volvo (or whatever else is the best rated). Really, if family safety is number one you should go for the safest right?
I don't know how much you can rationalize and play halfsies with God and say ok if you say I need safety.. Let's go with a better rated sports car, you know what I'm saying?
Not trying to be degrading, rude, etc., anything AT ALL. Just my true and honest opinion, also from a religious standpoint. But if the X really is very very safe, more power to ya!
I don't know how much you can rationalize and play halfsies with God and say ok if you say I need safety.. Let's go with a better rated sports car, you know what I'm saying?
Not trying to be degrading, rude, etc., anything AT ALL. Just my true and honest opinion, also from a religious standpoint. But if the X really is very very safe, more power to ya!
Dec 3, 2008, 09:20 PM
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If you're that concerned with safety I say get a Volvo (or whatever else is the best rated). Really, if family safety is number one you should go for the safest right?
I don't know how much you can rationalize and play halfsies with God and say ok if you say I need safety.. Let's go with a better rated sports car, you know what I'm saying?
Not trying to be degrading, rude, etc., anything AT ALL. Just my true and honest opinion, also from a religious standpoint. But if the X really is very very safe, more power to ya!
I don't know how much you can rationalize and play halfsies with God and say ok if you say I need safety.. Let's go with a better rated sports car, you know what I'm saying?
Not trying to be degrading, rude, etc., anything AT ALL. Just my true and honest opinion, also from a religious standpoint. But if the X really is very very safe, more power to ya!
the earlier lancer /including the EVo did a Marginal rate.../http://www.iihs.org/ratings/ratingsbyseries.aspx?id=354
"Mitsubishi announced today that the Mitsubishi Lancer has earned the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) Top Safety Pick award. The Mitsubishi Lancer received a top score in all three safety tests conducted by the IIHS. "
http://www.zercustoms.com/news/Mitsu...fety-Pick.html
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Dec 3, 2008, 09:23 PM
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If you're that concerned with safety I say get a Volvo (or whatever else is the best rated). Really, if family safety is number one you should go for the safest right?
I don't know how much you can rationalize and play halfsies with God and say ok if you say I need safety.. Let's go with a better rated sports car, you know what I'm saying?
Not trying to be degrading, rude, etc., anything AT ALL. Just my true and honest opinion, also from a religious standpoint. But if the X really is very very safe, more power to ya!
I don't know how much you can rationalize and play halfsies with God and say ok if you say I need safety.. Let's go with a better rated sports car, you know what I'm saying?
Not trying to be degrading, rude, etc., anything AT ALL. Just my true and honest opinion, also from a religious standpoint. But if the X really is very very safe, more power to ya!
Dec 3, 2008, 10:12 PM
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Maybe because we don't have to compromise? There are plenty of safe sports cars out there. If you really want the pure sports car and don't care about safety...go for one of the Lotus 7 clones or any of the other tubular kit cars out there...not much can touch them for the "sporting" category...
I am well aware of the safety improvements in a X, but that doesn't mean I'd put my child in one over a Volvo.
You say we don't have compromise, almost with a hint of offense taken. The X compromised. That's why it has the features, and that's why it's got the weight. I'm just saying, if we make a poll about the safest car we'd trust our children in, Evo X wouldn't pop up on my list.
Dec 3, 2008, 10:22 PM
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I had an 06 Evo IX MR and I bought an Evo X GSR with SSS and Aero Kit. I have the exact same coverage that I did on my IX and my monthly went down $40 a month. I was so surprised. I have USAA for insurance and I'm sure it would differ with others.
Dec 3, 2008, 11:37 PM
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Haha my point overall is that if you're concerned about family safety, I think it would be wisest to get a safe family car first, then get a sports car.
I am well aware of the safety improvements in a X, but that doesn't mean I'd put my child in one over a Volvo.
You say we don't have compromise, almost with a hint of offense taken. The X compromised. That's why it has the features, and that's why it's got the weight. I'm just saying, if we make a poll about the safest car we'd trust our children in, Evo X wouldn't pop up on my list.
I am well aware of the safety improvements in a X, but that doesn't mean I'd put my child in one over a Volvo.
You say we don't have compromise, almost with a hint of offense taken. The X compromised. That's why it has the features, and that's why it's got the weight. I'm just saying, if we make a poll about the safest car we'd trust our children in, Evo X wouldn't pop up on my list.
Dec 4, 2008, 04:42 AM
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The manufacturer did not test the Evolution IX when they did the safety tests, they tested the base lancer. The panels were not reinforced by steel, but they are in the evo. It would've been nice for everyone with a IX if they would've tested them to see what the actual safety rating would be.
