Is the WRX STI better than the WRX?
The STI is clearly the better performer, but it can cost over $14,000 more than the WRX. The base WRX is an excellent performance car at a great price. If you need a few more comfort and convenience features, upgrading to Premium or even Limited trim won’t break your wallet.
How much faster is STI than WRX?
Subaru WRX vs. STI Comparison
| Specification | WRX | STI |
|---|---|---|
| Width w/o Mirrors | 71 in. | 71 in. |
| HP @ RPM | 268 @ 5600 | 310 @ 6000 |
| 0-60 MPH | 5.5s | 5.3s |
| Top Speed | 144 mph | 159 mph |
What is the difference between 2004 WRX and STI?
In 2004, the STI used the same 5×100 hub bolt pattern as the WRX, but in 2005, it changed to 5×114.3 and the STI’s BBS wheels were widened by half an inch. In 2006, the torque split of the all-wheel-drive system was also modified to send more power to the front. The original split was 35/65 but it changed to 41/59.
How long will a WRX last?
While results will vary and the big variable is always how well the car has been maintained, what I can tell you is a Subaru is capable of going 300,000 miles. And if you are a regular maintenance type of owner you should expect to get that type of mileage out of it.
Does WRX STI hold value?
As the flagship Subaru model, it stands to reason that the WRX STI will perform fairly well in the value retention stakes!
How much horsepower can a stock STI handle?
Skim through the Subaru forums and you’ll find the question on so many STI owners’ minds, “how much horsepower can my EJ257 handle?” The answer is different for everyone, but the general consensus is that the 400-450whp range is when you might want to clear out the garage and get ready to pull a motor.
Can a WRX beat a Evo?
The turbocharged boxer engine in the WRX makes 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Like the Evo, the WRX has standard torque vectoring all-wheel drive on all models. If you’re looking for raw performance, the Lancer Evo has the WRX beat by a fairly significant margin, especially in the torque department.
Is Evo faster than STI?
The Evo averages an astonishing 4.6 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. It might only beat the Subaru STI to that mark because the Evo can get there, just barely, in second gear, although it also holds a slight advantage through the quarter-mile, too. That’s despite ceding 10 horsepower and 192 pounds of curb weight to the STI.