Sentences with phrase «outright power»

Over the years it has also often been modified, especially in the pursuit of outright power.

While the motor was appreciated for its frugal nature, it lacked outright power on open roads.

It's not about outright power, hard - edged dynamics and brutal styling all at the expense of luxury, comfort and grace.

While they may not offer as much outright power as their hot - hatch siblings, they still tick all the boxes for style, speed and the all - important fun factor.

The GT3 has never just been about outright power and grip.

The 2015 Subaru BRZ is an outstanding sports coupe for drivers who value handling prowess over outright power, but for the money there are so many compelling alternatives.

Smoother and more efficient than the outgoing 1.6 - litre engine, what both versions lack in outright power, they make up for with punchy low - end torque (250Nm at 1,500 rpm and 270Nm at 1,750 rpm respectively) so they feel strong.

Its turbocharged four - cylinder engine is just pipped for outright power by the Mazda 3 MPS's, but it sounds better, revs more smoothly and boosts from lower revs.

It is clear that, had the Conservatives outright power, they would be railroading this Bill through Parliament without hesitation.»

In fact I don't think Labour will win outright power in Westminster ever again and the best they can hope for is coalition government.

This is a new engine, and though it yields less outright power than the previous four - cylinder X1 (228 horsepower counters 241 in the old car), the new platform is slightly lighter and mated to a quick - shifting 8 - speed automatic, so real - world performance is pretty much the same.

The $ 242,000 488 is only some $ 45,000 more than the California, yet it offers a more involving driving experience, as well as more outright power, performance and tactile feedback.

The appeal of the 6 Series Coupe is broadened by its wide choice of engines, so buyers can choose outright power, surprising fuel economy or a blend of both.

A turbocharger is generally more desirable than a supercharger unless outright power is required.

Refinement is the name of the game here — outright power junkies won't be blown away by the 2.0 - liter turbo's 259 horsepower under full throttle, but part throttle openings are rewarded with a broad plateau of the four - cylinder's 295 lb - ft of torque between 2,500 and 4,000 RPM, and more than 80 % of that is available as low as 1,800 RPM.

The 1.6 - litre T - GDi engine doesn't sound particularly inspiring at any point, and lags behind its rivals in terms of outright power, but Kia has made sure you can easily deploy every one of its 201bhp.

Back at the dawn of its U.S. introduction, Porsche played its own game, charging big money for cars that prioritized feel and agility over outright power.

Well, what this SEMA offering lacks in outright power it gains in a certain ask no questions attitude: just roll up those tints and keep moving.

The new powertrain delivers 224kW / 362Nm, to challenge most segment rivals for outright power.

But outright power isn't the peak of performance, as Dodge's wild but imprecise 707 - hp Hellcat twins have shown us.

Outright power is down slightly from 210 hp to 195 hp, but the EPA highway fuel economy rating has leaped from 32 mpg to a very impressive 42 mpg.

My understanding is that the engine change is more to do with fuel economy than outright power.

The Mini's brakes aren't ideal either, if you prefer feel and progression over outright power.

A 907 finished second overall in 1968 while Porsche prepared to make the next big step: outright power.

Major technical changes for the premier LMP1H category for factory teams are placing the emphasis on fuel efficiency rather than outright power and performance; as a consequence it's harder than ever to predict which of the three major players, Audi, Toyota and, as of this season, Porsche, is likely to walk away with the silverware.

This week's Drag Battle looks to find out what really counts in drag racing — four - wheel drive traction or outright power.

As with past Miata models, the focus will be more on balanced performance and handling rather than outright power.

Outright power is slightly higher than the 2 - litre petrol, at 254bhp.

However, outright power and speed is not this V8's party trick.

Engines were new, though they still emphasized torque rather than outright power.

Its engineers say the Megane's development was all about being fun to drive in corners, not in a straight line, that they prioritise torque delivery over outright power, and that they're not interested in joining the horsepower arms race for the sake of it.

Cars like the JDM Civic Type R are far more focused for the track.They may not have the outright power of a 135i or Audi S3 but they get the job done very well «out of the box»

In our reviews of the first - generation Toyota Sequoia, we praised its well - constructed interior, refined driving manner and smooth V8 engine, although in terms of outright power it fell short of class leaders.

In terms of outright power the MiTo QV falls behind the current crop of compact hot hatches, its 125kW no match for the Fiesta ST's 149kW or the Renault Clio RS200's 147kW.

The Ford EcoSport has a perfect blend of sharp handling and outright power.

The Jazz's engines are at par with what popular models such as the Baleno and the Elite i20 offer both in terms of outright power and fuel efficiency.

There are another two electric motors running the front wheels which are used to provide handling enhancements rather than outright power.

It was the only van to have drums at the rear, but they do the job if lacking the outright power of the Scudo's or Transit Custom's.

The Bottom Line The 2015 Subaru BRZ is an outstanding sports coupe for drivers who value handling prowess over outright power, but for the money there are so many compelling alternatives.

Outright power has never been a concern for the F - Type.

If Infinity is talking of outright power, they are far behind the Germans which produce 400BHP for a 2 liter engine.

Jaguar is installing a four - cylinder in its F - Type sports car, the British automaker announced April 12, a move that may at first appear a step too far — before you hear Jag's made several updates to claw back what the car loses in outright power.

A kerb weight of around 1100 kg is also expected, with lightness considered to be of greater importance than outright power.