2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data

glamcem · 12-01-2007, 11:01 AM

here ya go ..i don't think it's a double post

2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI - First Test - Motor Trend

" At the dragstrip that equates to 0 to 60 in 4.8 seconds and the quarter mile in 13.4 at 100.5 mph, numbers that are significantly quicker than those of the Evo X GSR (5.4, 14.0 at 96.9), but not as speedy as the aforementioned 2006 STI (4.5, 13.0 at 103.5). Chalk it up to overall gearing that's taller in every gear (by about 20 percent in third and fourth) and to a weight gain of 41 pounds, courtesy of such additional safety measures as curtain airbags."

glamcem · 12-01-2007, 11:02 AM

2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi - Table - First Test - Motor Trend

blaznwrx · 12-01-2007, 11:13 AM

good review too

2MANYCARS · 12-01-2007, 11:21 AM

Looks like it comes with the JDM STI intercooler just without the STi lettering on. I'm seriously considering trading my 07 for it.

philswrx04 · 12-01-2007, 11:24 AM

looks like the STi is shaping up to be quite a nice little ride

mgsm666 · 12-01-2007, 11:43 AM

20% taller gears in 3rd and 4th...interesting.

Still not a fan though.

Jesse

STIVendetta · 12-01-2007, 12:41 PM

0-60 4.8 Quarter Mile 13.4

"At the dragstrip that equates to 0 to 60 in 4.8 seconds and the quarter mile in 13.4 at 100.5 mph, numbers that are significantly quicker than those of the Evo X GSR (5.4, 14.0 at 96.9), but not as speedy as the aforementioned 2006 STI (4.5, 13.0 at 103.5). Chalk it up to overall gearing that's taller in every gear (by about 20 percent in third and fourth) and to a weight gain of 41 pounds, courtesy of such additional safety measures as curtain airbags."

....something doesnt smell right....would like to see more tests...
^^^^^ >"In general"- it"s about 3 tenths slower all around than priveous...05-06-07.....Models...

Looks like I will be "KEEPING my 07"....{until next year}...Maybe Subaru will give it more Zip then.... Still, very good write-up..

gregginns · 12-01-2007, 01:41 PM

Are they using a slightly larger turbo or the same as 07' ?

NC2008STI · 12-01-2007, 01:47 PM

I remember reading that the 06-07 STi 0-60 times were in the low 5 second range. I don't think 4.5 seconds was a realistic number that many magazine reviews could not duplicate. The Evo IX was in the 4.5 range and it always beat the STi in 0-60 times and handeling.

STIVendetta · 12-01-2007, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by NC2008STI

I remember reading that the 06-07 STi 0-60 times were in the low 5 second range. I don't think 4.5 seconds was a realistic number that many magazine reviews could not duplicate. The Evo IX was in the 4.5 range and it always beat the STi in 0-60 times and handeling.

I remember reading that the 06-07 STi 0-60 times were in the low 5 second range"

I remember reading the opposite STi -4.5> 4.6 -0-60.....interesting .."The bigger engine" in the STi provided more "torque" for better 0-60"s over the Evo.....I guess it depends on magazine and driver and all the other ~(million) little factors involved for the test.......LOL!....

***VSGTS14*** · 12-01-2007, 05:25 PM

just because it has slower 0-60 and quarter doesn't mean ****.
do some suspension, rotated turbo and it'll probably blow our current gen outta the way.

NC2008STI · 12-01-2007, 05:36 PM

Having a great 0-60 time is not everything. I would rather have a car that handles better then just go fast in a straight line. I like a car that has good power when you are rolling, much better on the track. It always sucks to get passed by the corvettes out there.

STIVendetta · 12-01-2007, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by VSGTS14

just because it has slower 0-60 and quarter doesn't mean ****.
do some suspension, rotated turbo and it'll probably blow our current gen outta the way.

"Or Visa-Verse"......I"m thinking "stock to stock" ( 08 vs 04-07 ) Subaru should have done a little better with Performance. One can build- ( Modify)any car to perform... I still like the 08 and still might buy one....but in no rush any more.

STIVendetta · 12-01-2007, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by NC2008STI

Having a great 0-60 time is not everything. I would rather have a car that handles better then just go fast in a straight line. I like a car that has good power when you are rolling, much better on the track. It always sucks to get passed by the corvettes out there.

Yes ...everyone loves different Traits in performance cars...some like "handling"....some like go-Power.....{ performance } some like both.....

"""I like a car that has good power when you are rolling, much better on the track. It always sucks to get passed by the corvettes out there""""

This is why I was hoping for more STOCK performance from the 08 with-out having to spend- $$$- and modify it.

NC2008STI · 12-01-2007, 07:55 PM

Do you take your car to the track? What tracks have you been to? I am sure with a set of track tires. Toyo RA1, Nitto NTO1(I had these on my Z and they are great) or Hoosiers it would be a great improvement. I am sure it will need sway bars to help correct the understeer. I remember my 2002 WRX would understeer really bad. Hope the new STi is a little better. I always like to get my cars to handle better and stop faster 1st before I even think about doing power modifications.

12-01-2007, 11:01 AM	#1
glamcem Junior STI Driver Car: 07 obp sti/07 cgm 2. Fav Mod: Cobb Ap V.2 Location: Pinellas Park,FL Posts: 104 Join Date: Feb 2007 Trader Rating: (1)	2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data here ya go ..i don't think it's a double post 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI - First Test - Motor Trend " At the dragstrip that equates to 0 to 60 in 4.8 seconds and the quarter mile in 13.4 at 100.5 mph, numbers that are significantly quicker than those of the Evo X GSR (5.4, 14.0 at 96.9), but not as speedy as the aforementioned 2006 STI (4.5, 13.0 at 103.5). Chalk it up to overall gearing that's taller in every gear (by about 20 percent in third and fourth) and to a weight gain of 41 pounds, courtesy of such additional safety measures as curtain airbags." This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

12-01-2007, 11:02 AM	#2
glamcem Junior STI Driver Car: 07 obp sti/07 cgm 2. Fav Mod: Cobb Ap V.2 Location: Pinellas Park,FL Posts: 104 Join Date: Feb 2007 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/Performance numbers 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi - Table - First Test - Motor Trend

12-01-2007, 11:13 AM	#3
blaznwrx Junior STI Driver Car: Blaze Yellow WRX Fav Mod: New Fat Sticky Tires Posts: 158 Join Date: Oct 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data good review too

12-01-2007, 11:21 AM	#4
2MANYCARS Junior STI Driver Car: 2007 Subaru Impreza Fav Mod: Cobb AP Location: Tri-State & Overseas Posts: 99 Join Date: Aug 2007 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data Looks like it comes with the JDM STI intercooler just without the STi lettering on. I'm seriously considering trading my 07 for it.

12-01-2007, 11:24 AM	#5
philswrx04 Junior STI Driver Car: 04 java black WRX Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 55 Join Date: Oct 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data looks like the STi is shaping up to be quite a nice little ride

12-01-2007, 11:43 AM	#6
mgsm666 Spec C Club Car: 05 Aspen Wingless Fav Mod: Driving School / Trunk swap (no attention ftw) Location: NYC/Boston 4 school Posts: 1,074 Join Date: Sep 2006 Trader Rating: (2)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data 20% taller gears in 3rd and 4th...interesting. Still not a fan though. Jesse

12-01-2007, 12:41 PM	#7
STIVendetta Spec C Club Car: << 07-STi >> Fav Mod: A Good Wax Job Location: NC- Kingdom of AWD Posts: 1,297 Join Date: May 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data 0-60 4.8 Quarter Mile 13.4 "At the dragstrip that equates to 0 to 60 in 4.8 seconds and the quarter mile in 13.4 at 100.5 mph, numbers that are significantly quicker than those of the Evo X GSR (5.4, 14.0 at 96.9), but not as speedy as the aforementioned 2006 STI (4.5, 13.0 at 103.5). Chalk it up to overall gearing that's taller in every gear (by about 20 percent in third and fourth) and to a weight gain of 41 pounds, courtesy of such additional safety measures as curtain airbags." ....something doesnt smell right....would like to see more tests... ^^^^^ >"In general"- it"s about 3 tenths slower all around than priveous...05-06-07.....Models... Looks like I will be "KEEPING my 07"....{until next year}...Maybe Subaru will give it more Zip then.... Still, very good write-up.. Last edited by STIVendetta : 12-01-2007 at 12:56 PM.

12-01-2007, 01:41 PM	#8
gregginns Junior STI Driver Car: 05 Subaru WRX STi Fav Mod: Cobb TBE Location: Connecticut Posts: 117 Join Date: Apr 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data Are they using a slightly larger turbo or the same as 07' ?

12-01-2007, 01:47 PM	#9
NC2008STI Junior STI Driver Car: 08 Dark Gray STI Fav Mod: Coming Soon Location: NC Posts: 87 Join Date: Nov 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data I remember reading that the 06-07 STi 0-60 times were in the low 5 second range. I don't think 4.5 seconds was a realistic number that many magazine reviews could not duplicate. The Evo IX was in the 4.5 range and it always beat the STi in 0-60 times and handeling.

12-01-2007, 05:25 PM	#11
*VSGTS14* Muller Chevrolet Car: 08 Chevy 2500HD Fav Mod: a new 08 STi Location: Milford, NJ Posts: 9,967 Join Date: Oct 2004 Trader Rating: (11)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data just because it has slower 0-60 and quarter doesn't mean ****. do some suspension, rotated turbo and it'll probably blow our current gen outta the way.

12-01-2007, 05:36 PM	#12
NC2008STI Junior STI Driver Car: 08 Dark Gray STI Fav Mod: Coming Soon Location: NC Posts: 87 Join Date: Nov 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data Having a great 0-60 time is not everything. I would rather have a car that handles better then just go fast in a straight line. I like a car that has good power when you are rolling, much better on the track. It always sucks to get passed by the corvettes out there.

12-01-2007, 07:55 PM	#15
NC2008STI Junior STI Driver Car: 08 Dark Gray STI Fav Mod: Coming Soon Location: NC Posts: 87 Join Date: Nov 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: 2008 USDM STI - Motor Trend w/ Tech Data Do you take your car to the track? What tracks have you been to? I am sure with a set of track tires. Toyo RA1, Nitto NTO1(I had these on my Z and they are great) or Hoosiers it would be a great improvement. I am sure it will need sway bars to help correct the understeer. I remember my 2002 WRX would understeer really bad. Hope the new STi is a little better. I always like to get my cars to handle better and stop faster 1st before I even think about doing power modifications. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.