EVO IX goes on sale in Japan today
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Yeah your right looks to calm the evo 4 and 5 were agressive.
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What is different from the VIII? I know this is an evolution (hehe, I just got that 
) of VIII and that X will be an all new one.
) of VIII and that X will be an all new one.
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Basically, the IX is an Evo VIII MR with updated styling. The IX doesn't get the 6-speed transmission though.
And another big thing is that the Evo will now be offered with, get this, an automatic transmission. I'm sorry, but anyone who buys an Evo with an autobox is officially a jacktard. This is probably the last car on the planet I'd want an automatic transmission in.
And another big thing is that the Evo will now be offered with, get this, an automatic transmission. I'm sorry, but anyone who buys an Evo with an autobox is officially a jacktard. This is probably the last car on the planet I'd want an automatic transmission in.
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Double_R
What are you talking about? The STi does the 0-60 run in about 4.7 and runs the quater in the low 13's, like 13.3 or 13.4. The Evo does the 0-60 in 4.8 seconds and the quater in the low 13's.
They are pretty much the same car by different makers. Plus it doesn't really matter where you live, it's not really all that different of a car and even if it was there wouldn't be a blantent difference.
And about you Double R for someone who hates anything to do with American cars, you might be surprised to know that Subby is partly owned by GM and Mistsu is partly owned by the DCX group.
Any ways to bad such a nice car won't make it long, considering I really think Mitsu is really on it's way out. They haven't been doing so well in the money department. I've always thought the Evo's were nice, well on the inside. I hate how they look on the outside, but a four banger that can run with the V8 Mustang GT is very impressive to me.
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Uh...yah...may I also remind you the FQ400 is also 2.8x as expensive there Double_R.
And .6kg on the wheel weight is a considerable amount when you facotr in the force it takes to spin a wheel, and then factoring in the rotational inhertia, it does amount to quite a bit.
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(NA) 2004 STi: 0-60: 4.6s
(NA) 2004 Evo 8: 0-60: 5.0s
And .6kg on the wheel weight is a considerable amount when you facotr in the force it takes to spin a wheel, and then factoring in the rotational inhertia, it does amount to quite a bit.
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(NA) 2004 STi: 0-60: 4.6s
(NA) 2004 Evo 8: 0-60: 5.0s
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Hiya! 
Meow! (='.'=)
I like it! But there is something I am thinking about...I felt that the Evo VIII seem to have a short span and now an EVO IX already? 
Meow! (='.'=)I like it!
But there is something I am thinking about...I felt that the Evo VIII seem to have a short span and now an EVO IX already? 
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Wrong and wrong. Did you not read anything in that press release??? First off, they've had the GT-A model since the VII. So, the automatic isn't new. Sure, it doesn't fit the car that well, but they do sell. Not everyone needs the full-bore car. They can still have a great handling car, just without the hassle of the manual. Not my thing, but they obviously sell if they still offer it.Ev0
And next, while the XI doesn't seem that much different, there are many changes. For one, the car still DOES have the 6-speed. Thats not changing. The GSR still gets the 6-speed, its the RS and GT that get the older 5-speed. But the engine, thats where the changes are. The new engine now has MIVEC. That, much like VTEC or VVT-i and what not, will help with better power delivery and fuel economy at the same time. Since this is the first Evo with it, we'll have to see what benefit it has initially. But, you can't argue with what variable timing can do.
And, the outside looks just about as different as it should. Thats how the Evo's go. You had Evo 1-2-3 in the 1st gen chassis. Then the Evo 4-5-6 in the 2nd gen chassis. Followed by the Evo 7-8-9 in the new chassis. None of them in their respective chassis look too dramatically different from each other. Remember, its the EVOLUTION, not REVOLUTION. The nose is different, the grill, the wheels, the rear bumper, and the wing is now hollowed out. So yes, while not drastic, the changes should help that little bit more and getting air to go where it works best. I think it looks great. Especially the open grille area and the new rear bumper with diffuser. Looks nice. And with the new engine tuning and MIVEC, should be that little bit better performer as well.
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I like it!
I felt like EVO VII had a shorter life span, or maybe just because I see much more EVO VIII related stuff.
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👍 Here you go........PS
Hilg
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VIPERGTSR01I havent seen the EVO 11 yet
Nice picture, there is a link in one of the threads around of a vid of the EVO IX at Nurburgring and the Autobahn.
I do that all the time. I get to typing and don't even notice it. Oh well, you get the idea.
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Look dont call me a moron. Im pretty sure you have got a stick up ur arse somewhere.
Heres my facts and figures.
STI
Max power (bhp/rpm) 262/6000
Max torque (lb ft/rpm) 253/4000
Manufacturer's figures
0-60mph (sec)
5.2
Max speed (mph)
152
Evo 8 FQ300
Max power (bhp/rpm) 301/6200
Max torque (lb ft/rpm) 300/4500
Manufacturer's figures
0-60mph (sec)
4.9
Max speed (mph)
157
Now please stop complaining as these are the official figures. And dont say I didnt make this a fair comparision as this evo is the closest evo there is to the sti with the evo only costing a grand more.
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