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Old 07-12-2003, 11:59 AM
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Subaru Forester 2.5XT (210-hp, 235-pound-feet DOHC 2.5-liter boxer four with variable intake-valve timing) for $25K

C/D TEST RESULTS

ACCELERATION (Seconds)
Zero to 30 mph: 1.3
40 mph: 2.6
50 mph: 3.6
60 mph: 5.3
70 mph: 6.9
80 mph: 9.2
90 mph: 11.8
100 mph: 15.0
110 mph: 19.5
120 mph: 26.7
Street start, 5-60 mph: 6.3
Top-gear acceleration, 30-50 mph: 8.4
50-70 mph: 8.1
Standing 1/4-mile: 13.8 sec @ 97 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 129 mph
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Old 07-12-2003, 12:07 PM
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Are they still gonna be marketed to dykes?
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Old 07-12-2003, 12:41 PM
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JoeD, a bit stereotypical, huh?

Those times look a bit too good to be true, but who knows?!?! 5.3 0 to 60 is REALLY impressive for a 210hp motor.
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Here's the article 2.5XT
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Can someone explain to me how that thing runs high 13's...

Wait, can someone explain to me how its faster than a WRX (non-STi)?
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by koala
[B]Can someone explain to me how that thing runs high 13's...
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Originally posted by hyperpm

2.5XT

4.44 gearing, variable intake valve timing, and 2.5 liters(Same STI engine with less boost).
Wow, impressive!
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and it can tow 2400 lbs hehe.
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If it wasn't so boxy and ugly looking, I could see myself with one of those badboys. Makes my Vibe look pretty sleek.
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Originally posted by JoeD
Are they still gonna be marketed to dykes?
What's wrong with chicks that like chicks?
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