Sentences with phrase «stiffer chassis»

The Adaptive Variable suspension is smooth but still allows you to feel connected to a low, broad, and obviously very stiff chassis.

There is a bit of body roll in the turns thanks to the higher center of gravity of the ride height, but the new stiffer chassis keeps things planted and composed.

Not only are the engine and transmission up to the job, but so is the amazingly stiff chassis.

The four - wheel independent suspension system is mated to a very stiff chassis, which helps make the ride as good as an expensive luxury car.

This is thanks in part to a new platform, launched on the Baleno, which provides a lighter but stiffer chassis on which to build the Ignis around.

The Malibu has a surprisingly stiff chassis for this sort of car.

Electronic power steering simulates its hydraulic forebears, brake - by - wire simulates the vacuum - assisted standard, throttle - by - wire simulates the nearly forgotten cable - actuated butterfly, and active anti-roll simulates a lighter, stiffer chassis setup.

On the highway and over broken cityscape, however, its soft suspension, long wheelbase and very stiff chassis provide a supple ride.

8.6 The BMW M760i takes the classic formula of stiff chassis (thanks, Carbon Core!)

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.

The new minivan has both the lightest and stiffest chassis in its class, Chrysler said at the Pacifica's January 11 unveiling in Detroit, with proportions that allow for a greater interior volume than any other minivan.

The RC's exceptionally stiff chassis builds on Lexus» reputation and manufacturing excellence.

Obviously the upside of this fiercely stiff chassis is that on the right road the Evo X is magnificently quick, but even then you're acutely reminded of LJK Setright's sage observation that «what is good for ride is good for handling».

Its substantially stiffer chassis is a tangible asset when fighting the paling red, white, and green curbs.

A beefy front strut - tower brace aids an already stiff chassis, and the nicely weighted variable - assist steering puts the RSX right where you want it.

Compared to the current generation, the styling was different and a less stiff chassis resided underneath.

The incredibly stiff chassis — which uses the battery pack as an anchor — makes for a taut driving experience that is surprisingly compliant over very rough roads, thanks to independent suspension components.

With shorter front and rear overhangs, a half - inch more ground clearance, longer wheelbase, wider track, and a 57 percent stiffer chassis, the new RAV4 should be more capable and better to drive than the outgoing model.

Stiffer chassis bearings and the electromechanical steering's sportier characteristic curve increase precision.

The immensely stiff chassis and mid-engine placement hold the road with a politician's grip and doesn't want to let go.

Combine a fairly stiff chassis with standard front and rear stabilizer bars and the torque vectoring AWD system, and you've got a little crossover that is willing to dive into corners with glee.

Doubtless a further 100 kg saving, zingier engine and stiffer chassis intent would have supplied a car closer to enthusiasts» hearts but, this is, as it was meant to be, a congenial little hot hatch; easily bearable around town, usable on a commute and just enough of a giggle when the whim or right occasion arises.

Still a fire - breathing V10 - powered hot rod, the»13 Viper sports 640 - hp, a significantly stiffer chassis, is lighter and more nimble than its predecessor and gets back its swagger with side exhaust pipes.

Yaris will ride on a strong, stiffer chassis thanks to a newly developed suspension that includes a rigid L - arm MacPherson strut front and rear torsion beams.

Upgrades over the standard BMW 4 - Series include: a very powerful and responsive, twin turbocharged engine producing 425hp and 550 Nm of torque, improved handling, suspension, and braking systems; aerodynamic body enhancements; interior / exterior accents with the tri-colour «M» (Motorsport) badging; the significantly reduced weight compared to the standard 4 series with an all - new stiffer chassis and extensive use of carbon fibre, especially the roof of the car.

And it is stuffed into a much stiffer chassis than anything that ever rolled out of a Ford factory in 1966.

While it may only have front and side airbags (a total of four), the California T's mix of a very stiff chassis, advanced (traction - and stability - enhancing) electronics, massive brakes (that can optionally be made out of carbon ceramic material) and high performance tires makes it a safe car.

With the modest power available it needs to wring every efficiency possible with the stiffest chassis / frame and ability to put the power to the pavement most directly.

As you'd expect with such a stiff chassis there's also very little roll.

It includes all of the XC60 T6 standard equipment, and adds a stiffer chassis with a revised suspension, unique 20 - inch five - spoke wheels, color matched body trim, sports seats, and a unique «metallic - themed» interior.

It's a matured experience with increased sound insulation, acoustic glass and a stiffer chassis helping keep outside noise minimal.

It was light too and had a stiff chassis, leading to racing success.

The mix of low - profile tires, a stiff chassis, and driving on Michigan's scarred roads bent three wheels and blew out both rear suspension dampers, and we were out $ 1,925.

He's at pains to point out all the bits that aren't production standard, most notably the stiffer chassis settings and «horribly tramlining» tyres, but I don't care because at last, after those teenage hours of poring over Setright, I'm going to drive a Bristol.

> Bugatti Chiron Sport - no extra power but a stiffer chassis and less weight.

There are situations on both the road and certain racing circuits where you want, say, aggressive gear shifts but undulating tarmac disrupts the stiffer chassis setting.

The 94.5 - inch - wheelbase second edition brought a bit more power, fifteen - inch wheels, and about 100 pounds of additional weight attributable to a stiffer chassis.

It's not uncomfortable but the stiff chassis has no qualms about communicating the quality of the road surface.

The drive experience is improved, too, with a stiffer chassis that makes for better handling.

The stiffer chassis and improved steering enable you to enjoy a ride easy to handle.

For example, a stiff chassis setting can be combined with comfortable responses to unevenness in the road surface.

This creates a stiffer chassis, which helps eliminate rattles and vibration as well as quiets the interior.

EDITOR WES RAYNAL: This 2013 Mercedes - Benz C250 sedan offers a great little combination with this four - cylinder turbo engine and stiff chassis.

It features an improved version of the 1.7 - liter diesel engine also found in the Hyundai i40, a more spacious cabin, as well as a stiffer chassis and upgraded suspension that improve handling.

While the stiff chassis allows for a more fun - to - drive ride with exceptional control.

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.

The 2007 - 2008 Nissan 350Z NISMO gets back to basics in the sense that it adds sporty trappings like a more robust suspension system, a stiffer chassis (featuring special seam welds), and an aerodynamic body kit in place of the luxury items that dominated the upper levels of the 350Z's options list of the day.

PERFORMANCE CHASSIS Fully leveraging this new, stiffer chassis is an all - new rear multi-link suspension, with newly optimized 5 - link geometry and increased suspension travel for a broader envelope of both dynamic performance and ride comfort.