Not exact matches
As a
result, there's no need for the
stiff, track - specific anti-roll bars that inevitably degrade
ride quality.
Edo claims the
ride comfort hasn't been totally sacrificed, however, the standard car is firm already so the effect of lowering the car will likely
result in an even
stiffer ride: «The vehicle's already sporty handling is matched by unbeatable visual impact.
They want a car that feels sporty, even if that
results in an idiotically
stiff ride, pointlessly heavier steering and needlessly brutal tip - in on the accelerator pedal, none of which makes for better or more satisfying progress down a wiggly road.
A
stiffer suspension setup does
result in a bouncier
ride, but it also helps snuff body roll and allow the tail to rotate.
When selected, the damping becomes
stiffer, but GM's suspension boffins haven't gotten the damping rates quite right in this mode,
resulting in a
ride that at times felt choppy even on the well - surfaced German roads we tested it on.
This is probably the
result of the short wheelbase and relatively high payload capacity of 660 kg,
resulting in
stiff springing, but similarly short models like the Ford Fiestavan and Vauxhall Corsavan
ride better.
On the motorway the PHV delivers a supple
ride and low wind noise, but around town the
stiffer suspension
results in more bumps and jolts being felt — although it's more controlled than the Kia.
Stiffer suspension helps the Kuga control its mass in corners, but it
results in the firmest
ride, especially at low speed.
Plus, the
stiff suspension
results in a firm and inconsistent
ride.
The 2018 Terrain, which is built on a new platform that's lighter (by 10 % or about 200 kg) and
stiffer (by 34 %), has new suspension systems front and rear that
result in a better
ride and improved road feel.
However, leaving it in its
stiffest setting doesn't really
result in a harsh
ride - it's quite firm, but the excellent damping makes it bearable.
German vehicles, designed and developed in a country where unlimited speeds are legal and at least theoretically possible on public roads, generally push the
ride / handling ratio toward the latter
resulting in a
stiff ride.
This increased usage
results in a 29.5 percent
stiffer torsional rigidity and 25.3 percent greater bending strength, which bring improvements in vehicle
ride and handling, quietness, durability and driving performance.
Nissan tuned the damping to enhance handling, which
results in a slightly
stiffer ride.
The
resulting ride is a little
stiff over bumps, but there's almost no body roll, squat or dive in fast curves and stop - and - go racing.
The springs at the front and rear axles are 10 %
stiffer than on the BMW M5,
resulting in a firmer
ride.
Such a focus can
result in a suspension so
stiff it's jarring when you hit a bump or pothole, but the Compass keeps its composure with a smooth
ride on paved roads.
This increased usage
results in a 29.5 %
stiffer torsional rigidity and 25.3 % greater bending strength, which bring improvements in vehicle
ride and handling, quietness, durability and driving performance.
And you will have to live with a considerably
stiffer ride quality that even on German roads
resulted in an unsettled
ride in Sport mode.