STI or Evo 8?

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Which gives more value for 30k? Which one handles the usual daily civilian driving better? All weather conditions? The need for speed? I've always like the Evos--exterior looks nice. I personally know nothing of their specs though.
 
Evoooooooooooooooo. Evo 9 is now out aswell but that means you can get a EVO 8 FQ340 for 30k. Evo is faster aswell.
 
The Evo is probably more driver friendly than the Sti... Lots of computers working for the driver and all... But I've heard they aren't really comfy for daily driving... Suspensions too stiff and all... Perhaps a G35 would work better for daily driving... since it is a Lux-Sports Sedan/Coupe...

I think this topic is a rehash though, you could use the search button first...
 
The Evo and the STi are extremely similar cars (at least in North American specs). Both offer blistering performance at a bargain price, with decent practicality (4 door sedan space and seating, but with stiff suspensions and above average fuel consumption).

Both cars are simply amazing, but the general verdict is that the STi is a slightly more practical car due to a softer ride and less turbo lag. But again, both cars are simply amazing at what they do. You can't go wrong with either one.
 
Ah, the age old question. I would say Evo, because the STi's relentless understeer is enought to drive anyone to the loony bin. Also, I like the Evo's exterior styling better than the STi's.
 
STi.

Yes, it understeers, but this is at its most extreme. It'll probably take at least a year full of track/autocrossing to push the STi to its edge. Its not like every corner you turn is like, "OMFG! UNDERZSTEER!". Unless your taking every street corner like you were racing (if your doing this, you shouldn't even own a car, much less an STi), then it really won't effect you, and won't drive you loony.

There are also larger, stiffer rear sway bars. A Cusco 22mm rear sway bar did miracles for my WRX. Also, I believe 22mm is the STi's stock rear sway bar and Whiteline makes up to and including 26mm (possibly even higher). I haven't heard it being done, but you could add a larger front sway bar to help turn in and such, of course you'd probably only do this if you had ample oversteer after the rear sway. Also, for less that $200 a bar, its not going to empty your wallet.

Whiteline steering rack bushings. They're $30 and take a half hour of work. Definatly worth it.

Then, if your still not satisfied, add some coilovers. No idea what kind because I don't trust myself to research them without buying a set.

However, the my less-nimble WRX handles pretty damn well with just a larger rear sway bar, steering rack bushings, and some larger Rota Torque's with Falken Azenis. I think (haven't raced it in a while) I only have a tiny bit of understeer. Which the JDM STi Spec C suspension should almost eliminate.

Sure, the STi costs more than the Mitsubishi, doesn't look as intimidating, and many other short comings, but after buying a 2000 2.5RS, I'll always have a Scooby.
 
Evo's (at least the 8) have extremely an stiff suspension. That of course makes them faster but also makes them a little less practle for commuting. THe evo also has to blow it's punches with a smaller displacement engine. Both are good cars (especially for the value) but I'm biased so I would take the STI.
 
Please just ignore me as i am EXTREMLY biased towards subarus HOWEVER they look or drive. So, STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI STI , but if you want looks on the outside, the evo is much better. You must bear in mind that i get all my information from gt3 and gt2. Personally, i think that the impreza is alot quicker straight off the starting line, but unfortunately, the evo catches up after about 3 seconds :-(
 
Personally, I think the evo looks better. And most tests seem to say that it's faster in everything but a straight line. But general opinion is that the STi has better ride quality and interior. Apparently the Evo's interior is fairly cheap and plasticy with a harsh ride. That isn't saying that the STi has leather or a soft ride, but it's said to be better to a degree.
 
For someone who is not biased towards any Japanese company I'll give my opinion.

Looking at the numbers they are pretty much the same car power wise, and cornering seems to be pretty on par with most tests I read show that the Evo is slightly better. I think the STi looks better, but looks really don't mean anything to someone who is looking for performance most of the time. However looks are important to me so I would rather have an STi over a Evo.
 
Heres the solution. Go drive both cars and get which one you prefer.If you are 28 or younger get the EVO. Also the Evo carries alot more street cred.
 
First off I've driven an STi, my girlfriend's mom works for General Motors and she brought one home for the weekend. I didn't drive it like an idiot though, yes I hit it once just to see what it would do but I pretty much drove it normally. Which is what you should do with a car anyways.

But I didn't care for the car as a daily driver to tell you the truth. I found it unfortable and I didn't fit in it really good. I'm sure the car would be nice at the track but 10% owners of these car would ever do that.

I've never driven an Evo, or sat in one for that matter. In fact I think I've only ever seen one in Michigan. In fact I just don't see ant Mistsubishi in Michigan.

But I refuse to base opinion on what makes the car better, I'll stick with my numbers and say they are still pretty much the same car at heart.
 
Yeah every comparo i've read of the two have stated that they are so close that anyone considering either should really try and drive them back to back.
 
BlazinXtreme
First off I've driven an STi, my girlfriend's mom works for General Motors and she brought one home for the weekend. I found it unfortable and I didn't fit in it really good.


I see that your a chubby one.
 
Actually I'm 5'7 and weigh just about 140lbs. I'm actually pretty skinny to tell you the truth. Due to my size its hard to find something that fits, I'm short but I hate sitting close to the steering wheel.
 
BlazinXtreme
Actually I'm 5'7 and weigh just about 140lbs. I'm actually pretty skinny to tell you the truth. Due to my size its hard to find something that fits, I'm short but I hate sitting close to the steering wheel.

Yeah the Sti has pretty big seats. The japanese think that we are fat americans and give us lard ass seats.

Personally I like the STI more, but then again I own a WRX. Evo is an awsome car. I have driven both and the STi just seems like a better all round car. Power comes on fast and smooth, where the evo is peaky. More torque down low also. Both can be tuned for crazy power, but the torque monster is STi.

The ride is better in the STi and I pushed them kind of hard and didnt notice much understeer in the STi. You must have to push it very hard to notice...
 
subyman
Yeah the Sti has pretty big seats. The japanese think that we are fat americans and give us lard ass seats.

Personally I like the STI more, but then again I own a WRX. Evo is an awsome car. I have driven both and the STi just seems like a better all round car. Power comes on fast and smooth, where the evo is peaky. More torque down low also. Both can be tuned for crazy power, but the torque monster is STi.

The ride is better in the STi and I pushed them kind of hard and didnt notice much understeer in the STi. You must have to push it very hard to notice...

Im not too sure about subaru but I do know that in the Evo for the american market they have put in bigger seats.

Where do you live if you live in the UK definetly go for the Evo has for 30k you can get a Evo 8 FQ340 which has 80 more horses than the STI.
Or if you do have trouble getting a FQ340 get a FQ320 and get a ecu upgrade which will give you atleast the same power of the FQ340 as this is the only difference in the engines.
 
You complain about me being a Imperza "fan boy", thats kinda the pot calling the kettle black. You're a Evo fan boy. Plus why would he buy an Evo when he already has, what sounds like, a pretty kick ass WRX.

An why it that quote in your sig? It doesn't make sense???
 
BlazinXtreme
You complain about me being a Imperza "fan boy", thats kinda the pot calling the kettle black. You're a Evo fan boy. Plus why would he buy an Evo when he already has, what sounds like, a pretty kick ass WRX.

An why it that quote in your sig? It doesn't make sense???

Im sorry if I didnt make it clear but I ment to say that if iflabs who started the thread lives in the UK he should get the FQ340 as it has alot more bang for his buck.

P.S
Please blazing cant we get along I dont want any trouble from you.
 
Umm... he's got a point. Why did you quote him?

As for the subject at hand...

It's really an issue of pracitcality vs. performance.

The Evo has the performance edge, and is therefore my choice. (I also find that the ergonomics of the interior are more suited to me)

The STi, however, is a bit more durably built, and has a warranty that won't dissappear as soon as you go to a track event.
 
Actually the STI is more drivable. It has more torque, which is better for the traffic we get here in chicago. The STI is actually faster than the EVO8 in america, but the EVO8 is easier to modify.
 
RobcioPL
Actually the STI is more drivable. It has more torque, which is better for the traffic we get here in chicago. The STI is actually faster than the EVO8 in america, but the EVO8 is easier to modify.

The STI with a small change in CPU mapping, new exhaust line and you got a 500hp + beast...Hard to modify? pff...

Around 1000$ for a 200hp gain...Bang for buck anyone?
 
I don't know anywhere you can go (with any car for that matter) and have an ECU remapped for 200hp. An uppipe, which is considered one of the go-first mods for an STi, will not bring 200hp combined with an ECU no matter what you want to think. Maybe... bigger turbo, FMIC, full exhaust, retune, new fuel stuff, more boost... all those combined for 500hp if set up well.
 
Div is back
The STI with a small change in CPU mapping, new exhaust line and you got a 500hp + beast...Hard to modify? pff...

Around 1000$ for a 200hp gain...Bang for buck anyone?
I find this post extremely difficult to believe.
 
200hp from a chip and exhaust??? I would guess more like a 50hp gain and thats been really generous, like going by the most the products will give you. I'm guessing you would need a new turbo set up to even get close.
 
I can't stand the Evo 8, but I also can't stand that Subaru decided to give both the STi and the WRX the same bodystylings and fascia (Boo to them).
I'd take the Evo ahead of the STi in interest of cost, because if you have $ left over you have $ to mod. Not just that, a 500HP Subaru flat 4 sounds horrible IMHO.
 
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