Sentences with phrase «stiffer than the suspensions»

Not exact matches

All handle the power better than they have any right to; stiffer subframes, grippier tyres, cleverer diffs and better suspension geometry mean big power hot hatches no longer need to be feared.

A far stiffer suspension than the S4's.

The ride is harsher than ever, thanks to stiff - sidewall tires, big wheels, and a firm suspension setup; the steering is tuned with even more precision and communication.

As such, the 2016 Nissan Maxima SR wears different wheels and tires than other Maxima trims, and stiffer suspension tuning makes for less body roll and tighter handling.

I can't see any earthly reason why you would want the stiffer M Sports suspension, or any dynamic reason why you should spec rims bigger than the standard 17s.

Enhancements include upgraded springs, front and rear stabilizers, rear tie blades, rear toe link arms, and suspension top mounts; Öhlins two - way dampers that are 80 - percent stiffer than stock; and a carbon - fiber - enforced strut brace.

A handful of road trips in the Maxima the last couple of months sharpened our view of what, exactly, this car is: a comfortable V -6-powered semi-premium midsize sedan with a stiffer - than - standard suspension (thus «SR» for Sport Rally).

Changes to the 2015 Toyota Camry go beneath the skin, too, as the body structure is now stiffer than before, and all models receive new suspension tuning.

Stiffer suspension, reduced engine pumping losses, and a raised top speed - 200 mph with the top up, as opposed to the ordinary GTC's 195 - mph fizzle - make the Speed more potent than its pedestrian sibling, but Crewe's legendary genius remains.

In addition to having more power, the R coupe also has suspension springs that are four percent stiffer than those in the F - Type V8 S convertible.It comes standard with the so - called Super Performance braking system, which includes red - painted brake calipers and 15.0 - inch front brake discs.

If so, expect the convertible to receive new rear suspension geometry, increased spring rates (28 percent stiffer up front; 32 percent out back), and a ride height that's four - tenths of an inch lower than the XKR.

The Brabus certainly has more grip and more attitude than lesser Smarts, but its bigger wheels and stiffer suspension mean it's also less fluid on British roads.

The Performante also operates a stiffer suspension setup than the standard Huracan, while 20 - inch alloy wheels allow the car to run on Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres — although the Nurburgring record was set on Trofeo R tyres.

The 2015 Nissan GT - R Nismo's 3.8 - liter, twin - turbo V - 6 has 55 horsepower more than the standard GT - R for a total of 600 hp, along with a stiffer suspension, aerodynamic modifications, and lightweight materials.

The suspension may be slightly stiffer than your run - of - the - mill XKR, but it's not something that you notice over most road surfaces.

But it's also a serious one, capable of circulating the Nordschleife in under seven minutes, wearing stiffer suspension than a regular Huracan, active aero, and a rear - biased all - wheel drive system that's surprisingly forgiving for such a focused car.

It is lighter and has stiffer suspension than the normal BRZ, with a carbon - fiber roof panel, Brembo brakes, and a more aerodynamic body kit.

The 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata package is quite fabulous as is, with its newly turbocharged, 178 - horsepower engine (that's 25 percent more than the base car), tuned suspension (larger front and rear antiroll bars, stiffer springs, tuned Bilstein dampers, lowered ride height, and retuned engine mounts), quickened steering response, and striking five - spoke Racing Hart alloy wheels wrapped in Toyo Proxes R28 P205 / 40R -17 high - performance unidirectional tires.

This new architecture is stiffer than the old one in bending and torsion and the development engineers have put that to good use in tuning their suspension.

Porsche's PASM active suspension system is not fitted and the car is 20 mm lower than the Cayman S thanks to shorter and stiffer springs.

Its suspension setup is the same too — it boasts a track width 20 mm greater than the 650S, with front and rear springs 27 per cent and 63 per cent stiffer respectively.

It also weighs less than a 328i or a 428i, even though the M car has a stiffer body, a stronger suspension, and a bigger radiator, brakes, and wheels.

Its isolated cabin and tidy dimensions are better suited to urban driving than the BMW's hefty steering and stiff suspension.

The GTS» curb weight is lighter than a standard M4 coupe's by a full 256 lb, which, combined with a stiffer suspension and standard carbon - ceramic brakes, makes for a Nürburgring lap time of 7 minutes 28 seconds.

Bugatti says the Chiron Sport has a stiffer suspension than the «stock» Chiron.

In addition to the horsepower boost and those injection - molded emblems the Speed has a ride height 10 mm lower than the base GT, plus stiffer springs and suspension bushings stiffened by «up to 70 percent.»

While there's a bit more body roll in the corners than you'd find in the likes of the BMW, Cadillac, or Jaguar, much of that can be solved by opting for the F Sport package, which adds stiffer sport suspension tuning.

The suspension wasn't rock hard, but it was stiffer than I expected.

And because the suspension is stiffer than in the standard Swift, and the steering sharper, the car loves to be pushed through corners, where body roll has been virtually eliminated.

The downside is a stiffer suspension than the non-turbo model.

You can expect agile handling from each model, but with a stiffer suspension than models with power steering.

The suspension in Edge Sport has front and rear antiroll bars that are 15 percent stiffer than the base model, and unique rear monotube dampers that are larger in diameter.

The suspension of the 318is is similar to that of the 325is and incorporates stiffer springs than those of the less sporty 325i sedan.

The JCW builds on the MINI brand's famous «go - kart» handling with stiffer and lower suspension than other models and a more powerful version of the 2.0 - litre turbocharged petrol engine of the Cooper S.

Other exclusive chassis features include sports suspension with spring rates, bushings and antiroll bars — all of which are stiffer than those found in Focus ST, and two - mode switchable dampers, which offer a firmer setting for track driving.

Keeping the test car firmly planted on the asphalt was the $ 439 FE3 «touring car ride and handling» suspension, featuring MacPherson struts at front, beam axle at rear, stiffer than usual coil springs, firm shock absorbers and beefed - up front and rear stabilizer bars.

Suspension upgrades include Multimatic DSSV dampers with springs that are nearly two times stiffer than the ones found on the base ZL1 model.

Light - metal components are also used extensively in the new five - link rear suspension, which is even lighter and stiffer than in the previous model and provides precise wheel location and excellent tracking stability in all driving situations.

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.

With a stiffer suspension and a nicely sorted steering the Navigator offers tidier handling than the competition from across town, though not the competition from across the Atlantic or the Pacific.

It starts with the chassis, which is 20 percent stiffer than the standard CTS sedan's body thanks to a variety of braces, sheer panels and reinforcements added to the underbody, suspension mounting points, engine bay, bulkhead and more.

The suspension is stiffer than hardtop 900s, using specially tuned heavy - duty front struts and stiffer and longer stabilizer bars front and rear.

The steering is better weighted than in rivals and feels more precise, while stiffer suspension on ST - Line models mean they don't roll as much in corners, either.

The chassis is more than up to the task, though; you can feel a little more weight over the nose but in general the combination of the stiffer suspension, reduced ride height and the XDS electronic differential system — which brakes individual wheels in corners — means the GTD is quick to respond to inputs in the twisty stuff.

The steering is better weighted than its rivals» and feels more precise, while the stiffer suspension means it doesn't roll as much in corners, either.

The SL63's performance character is noticeable even with the suspension in comfort mode, assuming a slightly stiffer character than its less capable siblings, the SL550 and SL450.

Keeping that family resemblance alive, Subaru equipped the Forester XT with a noticeably stiffer suspension than the base trims.

Dodge Durango rides on a torsionally stiff, fully hydroformed frame with independent front suspension and rack - and - pinion steering, providing a turning radius of 37.5 ft. — shorter than a Honda Pilot.

Sports suspension, bushes and anti-roll bars are all stiffer than the ST, and two - mode switchable dampers have been added, which include a firmer track setting.

Top - spec M Sport adds stiffer suspension, LED headlights and a muscular bodykit, but it costs around # 2,000 more than the Sport trim.