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. . . That is the question.
I need the knowledge of the S2000 crowd here.
I was thumbing through my garage and I realized that I was in possession of a couple 6.2 mile S2000's. A '99 S2000 and 2K S2000 type V.
Not knowing right off what the "type V was I looked it up to find that . . .
"The VGS system, which will debut in the S2000 type V, varies the steering gear ratio continuously according to vehicle speed and steering angle to provide a heightened "joy of maneuvering." The adoption of this variable ratio system ensures ideal handling performance through a broad range of driving conditions. Agile and exhilarating performance is especially noticeable on winding roads, since the front end of the vehicle turns sharply in precise response to driver steering input. While cruising at high speeds on expressways, the VGS offers a smooth and progressive ratio setup without excessive sensitivity, providing the driver with the relaxed and reliable driving feel of conventional steering systems. Astonishingly, the lock-to- lock ratio* is almost halved to 1.4 turns for better maneuverability in the low speed ranges."
A description from world.honda.com
And thats all well and good. But what is the difference in the game? Has anyone noticed any differences between a standard S2000 and a Type V?
I took both out for a joyride, and the only thing that I really noticed was on a standard S2000, the steering felt a little jerky, but it seemed to jump up in revs pretty quick. While the Type V seemed a little slower winding up, but seemed a little less reactive in the steering.
Does anyone prefer one over the other? And why do you prefer the one that you choose.
I did do a search on the site, but most of the threads that came up were either photo galleries, or car settings.
I need the knowledge of the S2000 crowd here.
I was thumbing through my garage and I realized that I was in possession of a couple 6.2 mile S2000's. A '99 S2000 and 2K S2000 type V.
Not knowing right off what the "type V was I looked it up to find that . . .
"The VGS system, which will debut in the S2000 type V, varies the steering gear ratio continuously according to vehicle speed and steering angle to provide a heightened "joy of maneuvering." The adoption of this variable ratio system ensures ideal handling performance through a broad range of driving conditions. Agile and exhilarating performance is especially noticeable on winding roads, since the front end of the vehicle turns sharply in precise response to driver steering input. While cruising at high speeds on expressways, the VGS offers a smooth and progressive ratio setup without excessive sensitivity, providing the driver with the relaxed and reliable driving feel of conventional steering systems. Astonishingly, the lock-to- lock ratio* is almost halved to 1.4 turns for better maneuverability in the low speed ranges."
A description from world.honda.com
And thats all well and good. But what is the difference in the game? Has anyone noticed any differences between a standard S2000 and a Type V?
I took both out for a joyride, and the only thing that I really noticed was on a standard S2000, the steering felt a little jerky, but it seemed to jump up in revs pretty quick. While the Type V seemed a little slower winding up, but seemed a little less reactive in the steering.
Does anyone prefer one over the other? And why do you prefer the one that you choose.
I did do a search on the site, but most of the threads that came up were either photo galleries, or car settings.
,instead now i drive the Mugen Version
.I like that car beacuse of RPM and the stability.It`s a true beauty on Nurburgring.Thumbs up on this 2 cars and i will test the type V and post it next time,btw good car choice:tup:
