Hey guys! 2.5wrx n 2.5sti...

Impresive-G · 01-08-2006, 01:31 AM

Dam its been a very long time since ive posted/asket a question on here.

Ive been too focused on driving techiniques.

Anyways to my question.

Im going to go for a 06 WRX during the summer.

The 06 has a 2.5L yes?

Now is it the same 2.5L as the STI?

Does the block hold the same amount of power? "i know the diff. is the turbo this time"

And can I put STi engine mods on to the 06 2.5L? like the 2.5L GT spec headers and STi manifold?

Peace!

Impresive-G · 01-08-2006, 11:57 AM

bump bee bump

johnson81 · 01-08-2006, 12:19 PM

Yes, the new WRX has a 2.5 engine. I'm not sure about all the details, but when I was looking at an 06 WRX TR, the dealership said it was pretty much the same engine as the STi just de-tuned. I was thinking about just upgrading the parts needed to make the WRX perform more like the STi, but then I got greedy and and didn't want to do all that work when I could just have an STi right then.

Impresive-G · 01-08-2006, 10:29 PM

hmmm

So then TR n wrx are basicly the same...

So then its detuned?

Still not enough info..

anyone else out there?

**Chris05STi** · 01-08-2006, 10:46 PM

Well I know that the TR version is the Tuner Ready version of the WRX, being that it has I think: No radio, and crappier seats or something. Basic stuff, no flash. I would think for a good guess that, the engine in the WRX is prob the same block, but the pistons and internals are not the same *power wise or such*. I am just guessing, but its something to consider. Also, one other thing, I know that the earlier WRX had tranny probs when people started modding the engines. I remember the dealer mechanics telling me stories of guys messing up the trans from power mods that effective it. Thats something else to consider too. Either way good luck with the car, and post pics!

dsupermansti · 01-08-2006, 11:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnson81

Yes, the new WRX has a 2.5 engine. I'm not sure about all the details, but when I was looking at an 06 WRX TR, the dealership said it was pretty much the same engine as the STi just de-tuned. I was thinking about just upgrading the parts needed to make the WRX perform more like the STi, but then I got greedy and and didn't want to do all that work when I could just have an STi right then.

Also, if you buy an STi then everything is covered by insurance, but if you bought a WRX and stuffed it with STi parts then when you go to do a claim if say your intercooler or intake manifold or the such was stolen, they will most likely just throw you WRX parts unless you tell them that you want to add aftermarket parts for an addtional cost if they even offer it. Insurance=

Impresive-G · 01-08-2006, 11:50 PM

Ic.

reason why im going WRX is cuz i know the concequense of the STi.

My dam insurace was way to much for me and my mom.

Its why im rollin a 240. ****s freakin cheap.

anyways. its just the intrenals? hummm.

but then agian that was the 04 n 05 this is the 06.

Plus the rpms.

04-05 redline at 7k and the 06 redlines at 6.somthingK

crazy shat.

Well i dunno. im a just go for it anyways. thnx for the help/info

I would like some more.

PSMBoXer · 01-09-2006, 06:04 AM

If you plan on going crazy with engine mods then just get the WRX and save money for mods, but then again make sure your insurance will pay for almost everything if something happens ....

A lot of insurance companies nowadays will not insure you if they find out you have a heavily modified car. Nationwide is one of them, but then again it all depends on your agent/adjuster.

I had bad luck with my previous VW R32 that had a supercharger. I was involved in a small accident. They covered the damagec for the accident, but then dropped me because they found out about the supercharger, so just be careful.

gargleblaster · 01-09-2006, 10:17 AM

If you're just looking for a 300hp WRX, then mod a TR. Consider though that the STi will have the 6mt, Brembos, etc. that would be very expensive to replicate in the TR.

Impresive-G · 01-09-2006, 10:34 AM

yea i know.

none have yet answered my question, but one still wasnt enough

Screw TR. Ugly seats. add $1k and i get a wing "no wing it looks a$$less" and of course the seats=WRX.

I just want to know if i can or not on the engine.

Not going to go all engine mod crazy once i get it. Im more focused on the hadeling. So suspension will go 1st with me

But i just want to know if its the same or not.

tuswm · 01-09-2006, 01:08 PM

not even close
but if you are going ot do the sus any ways

The STI is 1.5 x WRX price becuase it is twice the car. get under the car and look up. there are alot of differences. what about a used already modded STI?

Impresive-G · 01-09-2006, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tuswm

not even close
but if you are going ot do the sus any ways

The STI is 1.5 x WRX price becuase it is twice the car. get under the car and look up. there are alot of differences. what about a used already modded STI?

once again. insurance

and why buy someones car thats been played and tuned with? weres the fun in that?

I was planing but my insurace is pricy. Trying to keep it low so I can work on it and track it.

Anyways ive drivin the Sti. Its an awsome car. Just its giving me too much that i really want. WRX havent tried. from what ive heard its disapointing after you already drivin the STi. Well i dont give a rats rear end cuz look at my bio and youll see wat i drive daily.

but thnx for you opinion!

01-08-2006, 01:31 AM	#1
Impresive-G Professional STI Racer Location: West Covina, CA Posts: 808 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	Hey guys! 2.5wrx n 2.5sti... Dam its been a very long time since ive posted/asket a question on here. Ive been too focused on driving techiniques. Anyways to my question. Im going to go for a 06 WRX during the summer. The 06 has a 2.5L yes? Now is it the same 2.5L as the STI? Does the block hold the same amount of power? "i know the diff. is the turbo this time" And can I put STi engine mods on to the 06 2.5L? like the 2.5L GT spec headers and STi manifold? Peace! This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

New To Site?	Need Help?	More
REGISTER FOR FREE! IWSTI Rules/Signature Rules Create a Member Journal Bookmark IWSTI Tell your friends about IWSTI	Frequently Asked Questions Did you forget your password? Make a suggestion or report a bug Mark Forums Read Contact Us	Member Journals Forum Pictures & Photography Forum GR Series (08+) Marketplace GD Series (03/04-07) Marketplace Hot eBay Deals Forum Beyond Off Topic

01-08-2006, 11:57 AM	#2
Impresive-G Professional STI Racer Location: West Covina, CA Posts: 808 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	bump bee bump

01-08-2006, 12:19 PM	#3
johnson81 STI Driver Car: 06 STi Fav Mod: Espelir JGT500 cat-back Location: Kent, WA Posts: 221 IWSTI Addict since: Nov 2005 Trader Rating: (2)	Yes, the new WRX has a 2.5 engine. I'm not sure about all the details, but when I was looking at an 06 WRX TR, the dealership said it was pretty much the same engine as the STi just de-tuned. I was thinking about just upgrading the parts needed to make the WRX perform more like the STi, but then I got greedy and and didn't want to do all that work when I could just have an STi right then.

01-08-2006, 10:29 PM	#4
Impresive-G Professional STI Racer Location: West Covina, CA Posts: 808 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	hmmm So then TR n wrx are basicly the same... So then its detuned? Still not enough info.. anyone else out there?

01-08-2006, 10:46 PM	#5
Chris05STi The Godfather of Meth Car: 2005 Subaru WRX STi Fav Mod: Every single one! Location: NJ Posts: 10,317 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2005 Trader Rating: (30)	Well I know that the TR version is the Tuner Ready version of the WRX, being that it has I think: No radio, and crappier seats or something. Basic stuff, no flash. I would think for a good guess that, the engine in the WRX is prob the same block, but the pistons and internals are not the same power wise or such. I am just guessing, but its something to consider. Also, one other thing, I know that the earlier WRX had tranny probs when people started modding the engines. I remember the dealer mechanics telling me stories of guys messing up the trans from power mods that effective it. Thats something else to consider too. Either way good luck with the car, and post pics!

01-08-2006, 11:50 PM	#7
Impresive-G Professional STI Racer Location: West Covina, CA Posts: 808 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	Ic. reason why im going WRX is cuz i know the concequense of the STi. My dam insurace was way to much for me and my mom. Its why im rollin a 240. ****s freakin cheap. anyways. its just the intrenals? hummm. but then agian that was the 04 n 05 this is the 06. Plus the rpms. 04-05 redline at 7k and the 06 redlines at 6.somthingK crazy shat. Well i dunno. im a just go for it anyways. thnx for the help/info I would like some more.

01-09-2006, 06:04 AM	#8
PSMBoXer Professional STI Driver Car: 05 PSM STi - SOLD Posts: 483 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2005 Trader Rating: (4)	If you plan on going crazy with engine mods then just get the WRX and save money for mods, but then again make sure your insurance will pay for almost everything if something happens .... A lot of insurance companies nowadays will not insure you if they find out you have a heavily modified car. Nationwide is one of them, but then again it all depends on your agent/adjuster. I had bad luck with my previous VW R32 that had a supercharger. I was involved in a small accident. They covered the damagec for the accident, but then dropped me because they found out about the supercharger, so just be careful.

01-09-2006, 10:17 AM	#9
gargleblaster Senior STI Driver Car: '06 Volvo V70R Fav Mod: Frontal Lobotomy Location: Rocky Mountain High Posts: 359 IWSTI Addict since: Sep 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	If you're just looking for a 300hp WRX, then mod a TR. Consider though that the STi will have the 6mt, Brembos, etc. that would be very expensive to replicate in the TR.

01-09-2006, 10:34 AM	#10
Impresive-G Professional STI Racer Location: West Covina, CA Posts: 808 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	yea i know. none have yet answered my question, but one still wasnt enough Screw TR. Ugly seats. add $1k and i get a wing "no wing it looks a$$less" and of course the seats=WRX. I just want to know if i can or not on the engine. Not going to go all engine mod crazy once i get it. Im more focused on the hadeling. So suspension will go 1st with me But i just want to know if its the same or not.

01-09-2006, 01:08 PM	#11
tuswm Professional STI Driver Car: my STI Fav Mod: Sr. loan officer Location: gaithersburg MD Posts: 471 IWSTI Addict since: Dec 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	not even close but if you are going ot do the sus any ways The STI is 1.5 x WRX price becuase it is twice the car. get under the car and look up. there are alot of differences. what about a used already modded STI?