How much horsepower can a Subaru WRX STI transmission handle?
Yes it will hold 400hp which you failed to specify to the crank or wheels.
How much HP can a stock 04 WRX?
It will handle near 400-450 HP crank like sphinx said.
How much HP can a 2006 WRX handle?
There is not a set number with either. Engine mods mainly depend on the tune of the vehicle. The transmission on a WRX is “accepted” to be good at around 300whp while some have destroyed it on the stock powerplant and others have handled more. It all depends on how you drive it.
How much HP can a stock 2005 WRX handle?
The stock bottom end on a WRX can safely handle anything under 300whp which equals about 380 or so to the motor or less… after that, it’s on borrowed time.
Is the WRX faster than the STI?
Subaru WRX STI: Which is Better to Drive? Driving experience is the big difference between the Subaru WRX and the WRX STI. Simply put, the STI has more of everything. It goes faster, corners flatter, and brakes harder.
What makes a WRX WRX so good to drive?
In addition, you can see the torque curve (dotted line) hold a higher amount of torque through almost the entire RPM range which is VERY noticeable while driving the car. This is really what makes the car come alive.
What’s the 60 mph time on a Subaru WRX?
In MotorTend’s review of the 2015 Subaru WRX with the CVT, the car got to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds, as compared to a similarly-tested WRX with a manual, which achieved a 0-60 time of 5.5 seconds. The CVT version also ran a half-second slower than the manual in the quarter-mile.
Can a CVT transmission work on a Subaru WRX?
As a note, opting for a CVT transmission in a Subaru WRX does give you shift paddles behind the steering wheel, which allow you to “shift” the fake gears yourself. They work well, but it’s generally not as good as an old-fashioned clutch and shifter.
Is it good to shift gears in Subaru WRX?
But for a driving enthusiast, especially those shopping for a Subaru WRX, it would not be ideal. Being able to shift gears manually gives the driver a better sense of control over the car and allows them to shift at redline during “spirited driving” or racing situations.