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06-16-2015, 05:10 PM | #1 |
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rented an ecoboost stang then test drove a BRZ
i've been following the twins since they were announced and waiting until the time and finances are right to get a brz. however, i recently travelled out of town and had the chance to rent a base ecoboost mustang for the day, drove it from sacramento airport through sonoma and into oakland and the experience was pretty eye opening.
the fit and finish was impressive, even for a base model car with cloth interior. i had my girlfriend scoot the seat up and there was plenty of legroom behind her seat with her still comfortable up front to sit someone behind her. additionally the trunk was quite large and the cockpit felt massive and comfortable. and boy, does that thing gets into illegal speeds super fast. there is basically no turbo lag and it pushes you forward extremely quickly. accelerating from 50 to 80+ on the highway couldn't have been more effortless. I got home and really started doing some thinking about whether that might be a better car to get into once im ready to move ahead on getting a new car. but then i decided that i would go down to a local subaru dealer and test drive a BRZ again to rekindle the flame. (may i note on the side that every experience that i've had at my local subaru dealers have been great - they have been nice and not pushy at all) the salesman directed me to a super curvy road in the hills where the speed limit was 50 and it took all of 2 minutes to remind myself why i've been wanting to buy a BRZ for so long. while the ecoboost isn't an extremely large car it feels on the inside like it is. there is an acre of hood to look over and the flanks out back give the impression that you're taking up more room then you really are. the ecoboost felt like it was eager to push through turns, while the BRZ carves through them like youre cutting paper with an x-acto knife. the ecoboost felt like a car that was managing to hold its heft solid for you and the BRZ danced around like there wasn't any heft to hold in the first place. also, perhaps its just me but i kind of like getting into a car and not having to decide between 3 driving modes and 4 steering modes, and seeing 12 buttons on my steering wheel - i just want to turn it on and instinctively start to drive and enjoy a car. in either case, i'll still probably go with the brz once the time comes but the ecoboost sure makes a good impression for buyers that can take 70% of the driving experience in exchange for the size and speed.
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Had a similar experience driving the new WRX. Loved the power, turbo fell, room, and practicality of it, but it definitely fell behind in the whole drive feel aspect. The seat sits so high up and they don't hold you in. The steering is precise but not as raw feeling. Both cars have their perks.
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I'm actually thinking the EcoBoost Mustang might be a good next car for my dad. Nice refinement on the inside and should be comfortable even on rough roads. Looks sporty and has lots of power, especially with a tune. He used to have a Challenger and Mustang, so should bring back some fond memories too.
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Plus I have no kids or wife, only a GF, and I barely drive my friends around, so I really didnt need the backseat. |
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Once I test drove the BRZ there was no turning around. The Subaru dealership was right next to the Ford dealership, so I got to drive the same roads. Handling and feeling of the BRZ was above and beyond and made my decision after a short test drive. Also, I decided the v8 would get me more speeding tickets, but seeing as I have gotten 4 with the little 2.0L boxer, I have proven my own theory wrong. Hope you get a BRZ of your own and join the community! |
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Everyday Driver on YouTube give a good review of the Ecoboost Mustang vs Ford Fiesta ST vs Subaru WRX vs Scion FRS. The results are surprising, but basically tell you that all the cars are great...it is just a matter of what means the most to you!
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But to OP, i would strongly consider the mustang! I think from a daily driver perspective it would probably be a better buy. Based on what ive read and assumed really, the frs is still a better "backroad/canyon carver" but its lacking in power for day to day driving. So really its about whats more important to you. |
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The WRX seat height is one of my biggest complaints, but you do get used to it. Going from a BRZ to just about any car makes you feel like you are sitting much higher whether it be a WRX, Focus ST, GTI, etc. I agree with the OP, Ford has really done a solid job with the new Mustang, but it is still just too large and heavy feeling to me for a door coupe with limited backseat and trunk space. The fact that an AWD mid size sedan (WRX) feels more nimble and responsive than a Mustang tells you something.. |
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