subaru impreza wrx : This year Subaru will sell the Impreza WRX STi for the first time inNorth America. The STi already has a global reputation for being a truerally production car. Subaru Tecnica International, the high-performanceand motorsport branch of Subaru, and the World Rally Championship Subaruteam worked together to produce the '04 STi. The result is one of themost pure rally inspired sports cars on the market. Built from theground up, the STi is different from its Impreza kin.The STi for North America will use a turbocharged and intercooled2.5-liter DOHC boxer engine producing 300 horsepower and 300 foot-poundsof torque -- close to 30 more horsepower than the STi sold in Japan. Thedriver can even manually spray the intercooler with water to help keepthe engine's heat down when being pushed to its limits. Only a six-speedmanual transmission is used for the STi.To help keep this power on the road Subaru uses its all-wheel drivetechnology with an adjustable center differential, rear mechanicallimited-slip differential and a new gearless front limited-slipdifferential. This combination allows for increased traction and lessundersteer and the center differential can be controlled by an onboardcomputer or set by the driver depending on road conditions and driverpreference.
subaru impreza wrx : Handling is improved over the stock WRX with a rigid body and four-wheelindependent suspension tuned for paved roads, much like the WRCImpreza's set up for paved rally stages.Also, the STi was lowered for a better center of gravity, given aquicker steering ratio, and equipped with 17-inch wheels and BridgestonePotenza Z-rated tires. Brembo brakes and a new ABS system help bring theSTi to a quick and solid stop. The new Super Sport ABS uses electronicbrake-force distribution (EBD) along with an anti-lock system to preventundersteer under braking.Safety features include dual front airbags and side impact airbags toprotect the head and chest. Three-point seat belts come standard forthe STi. The seat belts have electronically triggered pre-tensionersand force limiters to keep the driver firmly in his seat. Also, anintegrated roll bar is in the frame for rollover safety.The exterior and interior for the 04' STi is also performance-oriented.The hood scoop is enlarged for increased cooling and the rear spoilerand wing combination resembles the one used on the WRC Impreza. The bodyuses lightweight materials when possible and the interior is sparse forweight reduction. The leather wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob,along with a center-mounted tachometer with an adjustable red-line shiftlight gives the car a pure performance feel and look. The 2004 SubaruImpreza WRX STi is a great example of a rally-bred sports car and areasonably priced high-performance car available in North America.
subaru impreza wrx : On hand to present the new styling of the WRX and the new WRX STi wasSubaru's WRC pilot Petter Solberg, winner of the 2002 Rally of GreatBritain and second place in the 2002 Drivers' Championship. Solbergwas more than happy to pose with the new STi for the media, and, whencongratulated on his win in Great Britain his comment was, "I do nothope this is the last one." With the start of the 2003 WRC season comingnear he stands an excellent chance of having many more victories in theWRC Subaru Impreza.It would seem that this year's North American International Auto Show inDetroit, Michigan is centered on sport utility vehicles. The attentionto sports cars this year has been little, with one exception: Subaruintroduced the 2004 Impreza WRX line to North America, including theWorld Rally Championship-inspired WRX STi.The Impreza WRX has had very successful results in the North Americanmarket since it went on sale in 2001, and has become a popular carfor sports car enthusiasts due to its modest price tag and all-outperformance. Membership to the Sports Car Club of America is offered toWRX buyers.
subaru impreza wrx : The restyled '04 WRX sports car keeps its powerful boxer turbo engineand all-wheel drive with new, more aggressive looks. Larger four-elementheadlights gives the car a more squared look, familiar with the Subaruname, replacing the rounded headlights from the past WRX models.The interior is also changed to reflect the more aggressive look with acenter mounted tachometer and sport bucket seats that could easily usea racing seat belt. Other features include new safety features, likepedals that brake away during a head-on collision to prevent againstfoot injuries. Overall, the redesign of the WRX makes it an even moreappealing and safe sports car that is still affordable for all.This year Subaru will sell the Impreza WRX STi for the first time inNorth America. The STi already has a global reputation for being a truerally production car. Subaru Tecnica International, the high-performanceand motorsport branch of Subaru, and the World Rally Championship Subaruteam worked together to produce the '04 STi. The result is one of themost pure rally inspired sports cars on the market. Built from theground up, the STi is different from its Impreza kin.
subaru impreza wrx : The STi for North America will use a turbocharged and intercooled2.5-liter DOHC boxer engine producing 300 horsepower and 300 foot-poundsof torque -- close to 30 more horsepower than the STi sold in Japan. Thedriver can even manually spray the intercooler with water to help keepthe engine's heat down when being pushed to its limits. Only a six-speedmanual transmission is used for the STi.To help keep this power on the road Subaru uses its all-wheel drivetechnology with an adjustable center differential, rear mechanicallimited-slip differential and a new gearless front limited-slipdifferential. This combination allows for increased traction and lessundersteer and the center differential can be controlled by an onboardcomputer or set by the driver depending on road conditions and driverpreference.Handling is improved over the stock WRX with a rigid body and four-wheelindependent suspension tuned for paved roads, much like the WRCImpreza's set up for paved rally stages.Also, the STi was lowered for a better center of gravity, given aquicker steering ratio, and equipped with 17-inch wheels and BridgestonePotenza Z-rated tires. Brembo brakes and a new ABS system help bring theSTi to a quick and solid stop. The new Super Sport ABS uses electronicbrake-force distribution (EBD) along with an anti-lock system to preventundersteer under braking.
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