S4 dsg vs manual
Discussion
Been reading up a bit about S4's, considering testing one and getting an Avant.
From what I have read most people seem to think the DSG suits the engine / general car best. In addition most likely to protect residuals as its the popular choice.
I read that the Torsen T-3 centre differential, has a default asymmetric 40:60 front-rear torque split on manual transmission.
Can anyone confirm this?
Because its often said this car is prown to understeer on the edge, but would have thought 40/60 would make that less so.
From what I have read most people seem to think the DSG suits the engine / general car best. In addition most likely to protect residuals as its the popular choice.
I read that the Torsen T-3 centre differential, has a default asymmetric 40:60 front-rear torque split on manual transmission.
Can anyone confirm this?
Because its often said this car is prown to understeer on the edge, but would have thought 40/60 would make that less so.
Thanks for info on new model. I'm interested in the previous model, the B7. 4.2l V8 quattro. They're around the £20-25k mark now even from main dealers. Which I think represents bloody good value for a sports estate with 344bhp.
B7 (Typ 8E/8H, 2005-2008)
B7 (Typ 8E/8H, 2005-2008)
Edited by rapidophile on Thursday 10th September 14:53
I was initially a little put off by the MPG, but having said that my last Honda Type R had a 2.0l VTEC and driven agressively you'd be lucky to get 250 miles out of tank of V-power c£60. Same with various other 2.0l Turbos I have driven.
I don't reckon I'll be much worse off with a 4.2 V8, especially given the amount of torque meaning it doesn't (have) to be revved quite as much.
I know, I know, I'm trying to talk myself into it.
I'm particularly interested in Stage 2 AMD too.
I don't reckon I'll be much worse off with a 4.2 V8, especially given the amount of torque meaning it doesn't (have) to be revved quite as much.
I know, I know, I'm trying to talk myself into it.
I'm particularly interested in Stage 2 AMD too.
TonyHetherington said:
Did you see my post a few days ago of all my MPG stats? Might help....
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
PS: When you rev it, it makes it faster and noisier. Now tell me you're not going to rev it
Fabulously nerdy, I'm impressed. Its better than I thought. I used to get about that in my old Volvo 2.2 T5. nearly double the capacity and a V8. http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
PS: When you rev it, it makes it faster and noisier. Now tell me you're not going to rev it
I can charge my company 40p a mile too, so sort of covers it.
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