why is the s4 lighter than the s5?
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08-09-03, 01:49 AM
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Originally posted by mazdaspeed7
Gas isnt included in the curb weight, so gas tank size has nothing to do with it. But yes, S5's are stiffer. After 4 S5's I wouldnt even own a S4.
Gas isnt included in the curb weight, so gas tank size has nothing to do with it. But yes, S5's are stiffer. After 4 S5's I wouldnt even own a S4.
08-09-03, 10:06 AM
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I think gas is included in the curb weight of a vehicle. Curb weight is the weight of the vehicle ready to drive, with all fluids and fuel.
I don't think it matters much for this question though, since the difference between S4 and S5 is less than 2 gallons. (16.6 to 18.5)
I don't think it matters much for this question though, since the difference between S4 and S5 is less than 2 gallons. (16.6 to 18.5)
08-09-03, 01:28 PM
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S5s have those stupid automatic seatbelts, so the motors and extra bracing for those is added weight. Better interior aswell, and dont S5s have the heavy spares and jacks, where as the S4s have the AL spare/jack.
08-09-03, 01:51 PM
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wow that much differance between s4 and s5 huh? that's crazy! so why wouldn't yall go with an s4 any more?
Seriously, once you begin to get into any serious modifications the differences basically boil down to differences in appearance- that is why you see so many modded S4 TII- w/ the money saved over S5 TII you can often get stand alone engine management, a fresh rebuild and possibly an upgraded turbo...
08-09-03, 02:02 PM
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not to mention there are a whole lot more S4 turbos...
It is hard to argue the differences melt away once you are over ~300hp level in mods.
08-09-03, 05:55 PM
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Well, yes. I think that goes a LONG way toward explaining the price difference between S4 and S5, which was my point- of course.
It is hard to argue the differences melt away once you are over ~300hp level in mods.
Well, yes. I think that goes a LONG way toward explaining the price difference between S4 and S5, which was my point- of course.
It is hard to argue the differences melt away once you are over ~300hp level in mods.
BTW, Ill take this time to mention that Im a proud owner of an 89 TII as well as my 90 GTU
08-10-03, 12:57 AM
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Chassis stiffness . . . this seems to be a benefit of S5s. How can you tell the difference? I have only driven my S4 and it put my Integra to shame in every way.
08-10-03, 04:38 AM
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Originally posted by mazdaspeed7
Differences in performance, yes. Differences in the interior quality(where you spend most of your time...) as plain as day, and the S4 definately isnt the winner here.
Differences in performance, yes. Differences in the interior quality(where you spend most of your time...) as plain as day, and the S4 definately isnt the winner here.
What besdies those few things are different on the interior? If you want to talk about quality my s4 is in better shape than almost every s5 I have seen even ones with lower milage..
Only thing I really wish my s4 had was the 8K redline and engine to go with. The biggest difference to me is the painted moldings on the car. I think those look sharp!
08-10-03, 04:45 AM
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08-10-03, 05:02 AM
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If I gave a flying **** about my interior, I'd drive a lexus or bmw. Weight is the enemy to me, s4's are lighter. Function over form, always. Of course there are some things I like about the s5....higher compression, better turbo manifold design, and a real wastegate.
That's not to say I wouldn't drive an s5, far from it. But for the usual price difference I see between the two, it's hard to justify spending the extra cost, especially like bluetII said, once you start modding you won't be able to tell the difference.
That's not to say I wouldn't drive an s5, far from it. But for the usual price difference I see between the two, it's hard to justify spending the extra cost, especially like bluetII said, once you start modding you won't be able to tell the difference.