Sentences with phrase «stiff suspension design»

Handling is sharper than you'd expect from such a large Caddy, possibly because of the use of aluminum - intensive construction (especially at the ends of the car, which helps keep weight centered between the axles) and a fairly stiff suspension design; unfortunately the tradeoff for the car's grip in the corners is a slightly harsh ride.

The only thing that will potentially disrupt a relaxing drive — should you want to use this car for such a task in the first place — is the unforgiving ride on roads that feature significant expansion joints, frost heaves, cracks, etc. — this is a stiff suspension designed to kill corners, not coddle driver and passengers.

Not exact matches

It has specially formulated driving modes and steering rates, stiffer suspension, and Pirelli P Zero tires — our car wore available 245/30 ZR20 front and 305/30 ZR 20 rear rubber — with a distinct compound, structure, and tread design to yield sharper turn - in response.

Other mechanical changes include a new rear suspension design, and a stiffer body made from a higher proportion of high - strength steel.

You can take a very stiff tub and put very poorly conceived suspension on it and it will perform very poorly (like the 4C) or you can take a slightly less stiff tub and put well designed and implemented suspension on it and it will handle brilliantly (like the Exige).

And SKYACTIV means that the chassis is stiffer, high speed steering and stability has been improved, suspension pieces have been redesigned and repositioned, the electric power steering ratio is now 15.5:1, and so on and so forth, and every possible improvement that could be made at the same time the engines and transmissions were being designed.

Those buyers who want a little show with their go can add the R - Design package, which includes goodies like new front and rear fascias, blue - faced gauges, stiffer suspension, and quicker steering.

+ Plenty of rear - seat and cargo space, excellent visibility + Surprisingly good highway fuel economy + Fantastic performance - for - dollar value — Stiff suspension can be taxing on rough roads — Bland and inert interior design — Outdated infotainment system

Providing a lightweight, high - strong and stiff structure to which the engine, transmission and double wishbone suspension are attached, the VH platform is designed to concentrate as much mass as possible within the wheelbase for perfect weight distribution, a low polar moment of inertia and a low centre of gravity.

This engine, combined with the Camry's stiffer structure, more precise steering, and new double wishbone rear suspension design, hold the most promise of driving enjoyment.

R - Design trim includes more obvious changes such as sportier styling and stiffer suspension.

Body shells were designed to be stronger and stiffer, as well as incorporating double - shear suspension mounts and integrated side impact protection.

The supple, long - travel suspension design, large - diameter gas damper struts, and extremely stiff isolated subframes all contribute to the Range Rover Evoque's well - controlled and absorbent ride, and its confidence in challenging off - road conditions.

The new four - door, wide - body design will get Subaru's new platform treatment with its stiffer chassis and performance - tuned suspension.

The stiffer chassis rivals the LC Coupe's for torsional rigidity, while it carries its weight lower down and uses a brand new multi-link rear suspension design.

Maximum Motorsports suggests building your rear suspension system with stiffer spring rates along with brute Maximum Motorsports» lower control arms, which are designed to articulate freely without binding.

The suspension design is fundamentally the same as that of the Boxster with revised settings due to the stiffer chassis with the car's fixed roof.

The independent suspension design remains the same (MacPherson struts up front, multi-link out back), but Honda engineers worked hard to isolate passengers from road noise by using very stiff mounting points in the rear and «blow - off» valves on all shock absorbers that reduce harshness when a wheel hits a severe jolt, such as a pothole.

Lower and stiffer suspension is designed to sharpen up the handling, although this can mean the car crashes over bumps and imperfections in the road, so it's worth selecting the softer damper setting.

The rigid chassis design is complemented with a pairing of stiff springs and MacPherson struts on the front suspension and a durable torsion beam suspension in the rear.

That power gets routed through a suspension designed with stiffer springs and anti-roll bars while ride comfort is supposedly unaffected.

Under the skin, the new R - Design Volvos have 15 mm lower suspension and 15 per cent stiffer springs with monotube dampers at the back on the V60 and S60, stiffer bushings, strut brace and re-tuned anti-roll bars for a firmer and more balanced drive.

Powered by a performance - tuned 5L V8 producing 423bhp at 6,600 rpm and 505Nm of torque Sport Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) programmed to suit high performance driving Limited Slip Differential fitted as standard Lexus / Brembo developed 360 mm ventilated and drilled six piston front and 345 mm two piston rear disc brakes provide optimum braking performance Bespoke, lightweight forged BBS 19 - inch alloy wheels Dedicated high - performance tyres, developed with Michelin and Bridgestone Stiffer, stronger, lower suspension design Pre-crash Safety (PCS) and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) fitted as standard 10 airbags including driver and passenger knee airbags Multimedia Pack with 14 speaker Mark Levinson premium surround audio system, satellite navigation and rear park assist monitor fitted as standard Extensive pre-production testing carried out at the world's top race circuits Nought to 100km / h in 4.8 seconds with top speed electronically limited to 270km / h The introduction of the IS F represents a significant milestone in the history of Lexus.

Compared with the stock 500, the Abarth will come with a stiffer suspension, wider tires and tweaked exterior and interior design.

Ford engineers made the»98 Ranger's frame stiffer, and they designed a new front suspension.

The suspension and the Dynamic Chassis on the three conventional - engined models is tight enough to let you push the XC60 into some situations more suited to a car, and if you choose the range - topping R - Design option the suspension gets even stiffer still with a Sport Chassis setup to make for a more sports - focused drive.

The new V - Series sedan also comes with significantly upgraded brakes and a much stiffer chassis not to mention a revised suspension and specially designed Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

Featuring a stiff unibody design, the ProMaster City has a coil - sprung bi-link rear suspension for better control and driver comfort.

The independent multi-link rear suspension is also stiffer and lighter than the previous generation design, with the rear cradle entirely integrated into a single part (no welding).

The stiffer S sport suspension lowers the body by 30 mm, and size 255/45 tyres are mounted to the 20 - inch wheels in five parallel spoke design.

The SR Turbo has better brakes, electronic steering, and an upgraded suspension system, while the NISMO gets a stiffer chassis, larger alloy wheels with the NISMO signature 10 - spoke design.