Originally posted by Horse:
Originally posted by warmonger:
We ended up buying the '05 Volvo S40 with the T5 all wheel drive options.
LOVE this car. WAY better styling and build quality than the above mentioned cars. Less power, Turbo 5 cylinder only puts out 220 HP but that's because they have the boost low with a small turbo. It won't take much to correct that problem and then it is a very sweet ride.
I dont agree - I think id rather have a new 06 STi!
Anyway - you ARE going to explore options for the T5 arnt you? there are a LOT of ways to get MAD power out of one!
You KNOW it! I'm waiting for the first 1 year or 12K miles for a good break in and of course to stop fuggin with my SVT. I sink too much cash into that thing!
With the S40 I'm going to get a better clutch and upgrade to a better/larger turbo. Then I'm going to run it at 14psi and call it good. With the correct turbo at 14psi and basic exhaust mods the car will probably pull over 300 HP and close to 300 at the wheels.
Former owner of '99 CSVT - Silver #222/2760
356/334 wHP/TQ at 10psi on pump gas!
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'05 Volvo S40 Turbo 5 AWD with 6spd, Passion Red
'06 Mazda5 Touring, 5spd,MTX, Black
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