Of course, the new Swift can't match the matured
ride characteristics of more expensive cars but let's not forget about the price bracket this car will retail in.
Not exact matches
Sitting in an open plan office, eating lunch in the kitchen and
riding the same elevator as a colleague will help develop open communication, transparency and trust, each an integral
characteristic of a strong culture.
Because the
ride has all the
characteristics of a chaotic system, no two trips are likely to provide the same thrills and chills, says Richard Kautz, a physicist at the US government's National Institute
of Standards and Technology in Boulder, Colorado.
There are plenty
of the director's
characteristic moves thrown in there: the stylish use
of music; the isolation
of the female lead (s); and even a scene - setting car
ride.
But other, less - heralded attributes helped just as much, including provisions in the state's 1995 legislation that greatly expanded Vallas's power over teachers and schools; school construction and other appealing initiatives undertaken in part to soften the accountability focus; and
characteristics in Vallas that aren't necessarily the trademark
of the latest fashion, the big - city superintendent who
rides in from another walk
of life.
The package also includes Magnetic
Ride Control, GM's adaptive suspension, but it's tuned specifically for sportier performance
characteristics instead
of the standard MRC's comfort skew available on Premier trim trucks.
While dynamic is definitely the flavor
of the day, the DNA selector lacks a personalization mode that would allow you to blend, say, a cushy
ride with aggressive drivetrain
characteristics.
Even with the run - flats, the LC 500 displayed a nice balance
of good
ride and handling
characteristics.
They also reduce gyroscopic effects, making initial turning behavior more sensitive and controlled, and the amount
of unsprung weight at each corner — the byproducts
of which are improved
ride comfort and more desirable handling
characteristics thanks to a lessening
of the suspension's overall workload.
I would imagine that if it was binding
of the strut and it's seat causing the noise then the you would notice a few things in other
characteristics of the
ride.
Most notable, even on these perfect streets, was the smooth, carlike
ride and lack
of body roll due to the low center
of gravity, both
characteristics owing to the unibody construction.
Its
ride and handling
characteristics are closer to those
of a car — specifically a front - wheel - drive car.
In the Countryman's credit, the
ride is also good - there's an underlying firmness (definitely a Mini
characteristic) but it's also supple over all but the harshest
of bumps.
The 2019 Mercedes - Benz GLA will
ride on a next generation A-Class platform, although the differences once seen between the European hatchback and the compact crossover appear less than the current generation with more
of the A-Class's
characteristics seeping through.
In the past, these tires tended to drive with stiffer
ride characteristics and more modest levels
of mechanical grip.
Jaguar says Integral Link offered its engineers the benefit
of providing both sports - car handling and luxury
ride characteristics in an effort to control lateral stiffness without compromising handling.
With the live rear axle, the
ride can,
of course, become quite choppy, although I realize that a lot
of Mustang fans love that
characteristic of the car.
The
ride and handling
characteristics of our Charger, even with its 20 - inch wheels on unforgiving Michigan roads, were admirable.
If judged on its driving
characteristics, the C70's smooth — if a bit anemic — five - cylinder engine; forgiving
ride; and light, direct steering make it a good alternative to some
of its pricier competitors.
Honda's motorcycle design studio in Asaka, with its car design studio in Wako, co-developed the eventual form, which is said to pair «the most thrilling elements
of riding a motorcycle with the most engaging
characteristics of driving a car.»
Driving around Sarasota in the fastest
of all the 792 GTs built over a nine - year production run, I find the suppleness and
ride comfort to be the most notable
characteristics.
This tire combines the
characteristics of performance tires with the long mileage and smooth
ride of a broad market passenger tire.
(569 N • m)
of torque • SRT performance: 0 - 60 mph in the low five - second range, 0 -100-0 in under 17 seconds, 60 - 0 mph in approximately 110 feet • Benchmark braking • World - class
ride and handling
characteristics across a dynamic range • Functional, performance - oriented exterior design and race - inspired interior appointments • Benchmark performance at the best price PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY 2008 MODEL YEAR EXTERIOR • New color: Steel Blue Metallic Clear Coat INTERIOR • Available Side - curtain Air Bags • Available SIRIUS BackSeat TV ™ • Available SRT - engineered KICKER ® premium surround sound system • New instrument panel cluster • New center console • SRT - exclusive Reconfigurable Display (RCD) • LED lighting in the front cup holders and front - and rear - door map pockets • Dark Slate Gray interior color • Agate - color accent stitching • Carbon - fiber - like pattern door handles and carbon - fiber - like leather - trim steering wheel POWERTRAIN / CHASSIS • New optional 20 - inch aluminum wheel PACKAGES • Super Bee Special Edition — with Surf Blue Pearl Coat 2007 MODEL YEAR EXTERIOR • New color: TorRed INTERIOR • Optional Rear Seat Video system, including KICKER ® Mobile Surround Sound PACKAGES • Super Bee Special Edition — with Detonator Yellow exterior color • SRT Track Experience — Standard 2006 MODEL YEAR New high - performance version
of the Dodge Charger with new 6.1 - liter HEMI ® engine EXTERIOR • Colors: Brilliant Black, Bright Silver, Inferno Red • New front fascia with integrated brake duct inlets • Insert in rear fascia • New rear spoiler • Body - color mirrors and door handles (carryover base car) • «SRT8» exterior badge (deck lid) • Mesh grille insert with «SRT» badge • Brake duct system in front belly pan • 16 mm clearance rear fascia to exhaust tips • New hood with scoop, bezel and underhood duct • New hood silencer pad INTERIOR • Colors: Dark Slate / Light Slate Gray • Sport front seats with matching trim on rear seats • Red accent stitching • Carbon fiber leather on steering wheel upper • Satin finish steering wheel spokes (from 300C) • Satin Silver shift bezel and lock knobs (from 300C) • «SRT8» badge below right - hand air conditioning outlet duct • Satin Silver color for center stack bezel POWERTRAIN • 6.1 - liter HEMI ® engine (425 horsepower / 420 lb. - ft.)
The curvaceous CX - 9 gets kudos for its
ride and handling
characteristics, which are especially good for an SUV with three rows
of seats.
All that, combined with benchmark braking and world - class
ride and handling
characteristics, make the Dodge Charger SRT8 civilized enough for a grocery run but fully capable in more challenging situations • The 2009 Dodge Charger SRT8 is part
of a broad lineup
of Street and Racing Technology vehicles developed under the credo «Race inspired, street legal» SAFETY AND SECURITY Please refer to the Safety and Security Glossary for descriptions
of the following features: • Advanced Multi-stage Air Bag System • All - speed Traction Control System • Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) • Auto - reverse Sun Roof • BeltAlert • Brake Assist • Brake / Park Interlock • Child - protection Rear Door Locks • Constant Force Retractors • Crumple Zones • Electronic Stability Program • Energy - absorbing Steering Column • Enhanced Accident Response System • Height - adjustable Seat Belts • HomeLink Universal Home Security System Transceiver • Inside Emergency Trunk Release • Interior Head - impact Protection • Knee bolsters • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) • Low - risk Deployment Air Bag • Power Adjustable Pedals • Remote Keyless Entry • Seat Belt Pretensioners • Sentry Key ® Engine Immobilizer • Side - impact Door Beams • Tire Pressure Monitoring Display COLOR AVAILABILITY • Deep Water Blue Clear Coat • Bright Silver Metallic • Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat • TorRed • Hemi Orange (with Super Bee Special Edition Package) MANUFACTURING INFORMATION • 2009 model year production start: July 2008 • Production location: Brampton Assembly Plant in Brampton, Ontario, Canada • 6.1 - liter HEMI V - 8 engine: Saltillo Engine Plant in Saltillo, Mexico • Five - speed automatic transmission: Indiana Transmission 1 in Indianapolis MARKET POSITION Dodge Charger SRT8 is the latest incarnation
of a storied Dodge performance nameplate, combining SRT performance attributes with Dodge attitude.
«By monitoring the motion
of the vehicle and changes in the height
of the suspension, the car is able to continuously adjust the vehicle's suspension
characteristics, giving passengers a more comfortable
ride over uneven and damaged road surfaces.
The all - new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 showcases the renowned, five key aspects
of any SRT vehicle: exterior styling that resonates with the brand image; race - inspired interiors; world - class
ride and handling
characteristics across a broad range; benchmark braking; and standout powertrain.
of torque (10 percent increase), with better fuel economy and increased refinement 6,000 - mile maintenance schedule for all gasoline engines Improved steering linkage for 4x4 models Trailer Sway Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007 MODEL YEAR YES ® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7 - liter V - 8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements
of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced
ride and handling capability and reduced transfer
of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable
ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced
ride and handling
characteristics
Pros Well - designed and built cabin, loads
of features for the price, excellent
ride and handling
characteristics
And in his quest to replace his Lincoln, it hasn't helped that David's brother drives a BMW X5, a luxury SUV he admires for its sophisticated
ride and handling
characteristics; however, being the «frugal accountant» that he is, David's only given himself a monthly new vehicle budget that works out to a $ 55,000 purchase price — tens
of thousands less than well - equipped luxury SUVs like the Bimmer.
These attributes are
ride and handling
characteristics that perform well on both the street and the track, outstanding acceleration and braking performance and styling that matches the performance attributes
of the vehicles.
There's still an underlying feeling
of slightly firm secondary
ride characteristics, but overall the Mercedes is more comfortable on particularly craggy roads than it has ever been before.
The Rover Sport, however, ups the ante in the upscale sport - touring segment considerably, with Teutonic - level
ride and handling
characteristics on pavement, all the green - lane aptitude
of the LR3, and a price that makes it an instant competitor: As one media wag put it, «For $ 60K and change, who would buy an X5 anymore?»
The
ride and handling
characteristics of the 2018 Audi Q5 favour comfort over everything else and that should bode well for most buyers.
With low unsprung weight, they also allowed the engineers greater control
of suspension tuning, which further improves
ride and handling
characteristics.
Longer wheelbases — ranging from 133.6 inches (3,395 mm) to 167.7 inches (4,259 mm)-- and wider front / rear tracks enhance the
ride and handling
characteristics of the Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD, giving them a greater feeling
of smoothness and control.
To take full advantage
of its extremely rigid platform, the Rapide features Adaptive Damping System (ADS) first seen on the DBS which uses two separate valves to set the dampers to five different positions, allowing instant adjustment
of the car's
ride and handling
characteristics.
The Pilot Super Sport summer tire is widely accepted as one
of the premiere summer performance tires available, with outstanding wet / dry grip, cornering and braking performance, all coupled with reasonable
ride comfort, noise, and treadwear
characteristics.
Like the full - size Armada, the 2006 Pathfinder combines rugged body - on - frame construction with the superior
ride and handling
characteristics of 4 - wheel independent double - wishbone suspension.
The new Sorento will benefit from more accomplished
ride and handling and a higher level
of refinement and safety thanks to a stronger bodyshell structure, enhancements to the suspension and steering, improved NVH (noise, vibration and harshness)
characteristics, and the longer wheelbase.
More robust wheel bearings up front and the addition
of larger lower control arms at the rear also help refine the all - new Optima's
ride and handling
characteristics.
In finalizing the list
of winners, automotive editors test each vehicle in a variety
of circumstances and road conditions in order to judge
characteristics like
ride quality, fit and finish, acceleration, styling, fuel economy and interior ergonomics.
«Our attention to detail yielded tremendous strength and stiffness
of the platform, which is evident in exceptional
ride and handling
characteristics.»
«The new model offers the highest level
of everyday practicality, long - distance suitability, versatility and
ride comfort ever seen in a MINI,» MINI said in a statement, «With four doors and the
characteristic split doors at the rear, five fully - fledged seats and a generously sized, versatile interior, the new MINI Clubman meets...
The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 offered all that pony - car fanatics crave: ground shaking performance, unmistakable design cues reminiscent
of the original Challenger, world - class
ride and handling
characteristics and benchmark braking.
Dodge Challenger SRT8 sports a five - link independent rear suspension allowing for independent tuning
of ride - and - handling
characteristics.
While it may be fairly handsome to look at, it's let down by a lacklustre range
of engines - particularly the four - cylinder diesel - as well as an inconsistent
ride and questionable handling
characteristics.
The BRABUS control module for the standard AIRMATIC air suspension lowers the
ride height
of the vehicle by some 30 millimeters (1.2 inches), further contributing to more sporty road - handling
characteristics.
The Avalon has
ride and handling
characteristics help bridge some
of the difference between a plush luxury car and a sporty premium sedan.
It uses two separate valves to set the dampers to five different positions, allowing instant adjustment
of the car's
ride and handling
characteristics.