Is a WRX better than an STI?
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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.
Are WRX and STI different?
The main difference between the 2 cars is what it is under the hood. The WRX packs one of the new motors, the FA20, which is a turbocharged 2-liter flat-four engine, producing 268 horsepower. The more powerful STI packs the same engine as the previous-gen STI, the EJ25.
What is the difference between a 2002 WRX and STI?
Active Member. WRX(’02-’05) has a 2.0 liter running a Mitsu TD-05 turbo(slightly larger than a regular sized hairdryer. Boost about 13.5 from the factory(227 hp/217 tq). STi has a 2.5 liter with a VF-39 turbo, running about 14-14.5 boost, 300 hp/300 tq.
How do I know if my Subaru WRX is STI?
WRX vs WRX STI: Design The easiest one to spot is probably the rear spoiler. The Subaru WRX has a subtle spoiler on the trunk that keeps a low profile. The WRX STI has a large rear spoiler that stands high above the trunk.
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 |
Is the STI turbo bigger than the WRX?
The STI, on the other hand, gets beefier suspension, fatter tires, and bigger brakes adding an additional 200-pounds over the WRX. Moreover, the STI has a bigger turbo and therefore takes longer to spool up, effectively increasing lag.
Does the WRX and STI have the same engine?
The two engines, however, are different mechanically. However, the STI provides substantially better performance than the WRX, despite having the same seating capacity and bodywork. Compared to other cars, the STI has only a two-liter engine.
Is the Subaru STI a reliable car?
The Subaru WRX STI Reliability Rating is 2.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 36th out of 36 for compact cars. The average annual repair cost is $758 which means it has average ownership costs.