S4 v TTS
06-22-2011, 10:04 AM
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S4 v TTS
Loved the S4, but there are no TT/TTS's to test. I'm in MT so even if one turned up anywhere I'd have to take a flight to see it. Any opinions regarding the relative sportiness of the 2 cars. Size argues the TTS, technology might favor the S4. I don't need the space in the sedan, but the S4 was so good I wonder if despite it's size advantage the TTS can corner as flat/turn in as well......
TTS advantages
TTS advantages
lighter, smaller
magnetic suspension technology
Disadvantegesfront bias/understeer,
New haldex might mitigate any understeer, but the S had NONE (from the limited diff?)
Turbo lag vs. linearity of the supercharger
Given the paucity of TTS allocations, I'm leaning to ordering a TTS and test drive it when it arrives, and get the dealer to agree my deposit will rollover to an S4 if I'm not happy...
06-22-2011, 10:14 AM
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Short answer: Wait and get a TTRS if you don't need the space.
TTS/RS has the magneto-electric shocks, less weight and will corner much flatter, be sportier, and more tossable than any 4,000lbs sedan can ever be.
Don't get me wrong, I love the S4, the engine is amazing with zero lag since it's all supercharger not turbo, but still won't keep pace with a well driven TTS. Both cars are highly modifiable aftermarket, so a win/win there.
TTS/RS has the magneto-electric shocks, less weight and will corner much flatter, be sportier, and more tossable than any 4,000lbs sedan can ever be.
Don't get me wrong, I love the S4, the engine is amazing with zero lag since it's all supercharger not turbo, but still won't keep pace with a well driven TTS. Both cars are highly modifiable aftermarket, so a win/win there.
06-22-2011, 10:21 AM
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Talking about "girlie", I have the DSG on a VW. I want to stay with that tranny for now so have decided against the TTRS. I wouldn't be having this discussion otherwise because I would absolutely spend the money for the RS......
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Are there many 6'3" guys driving TTs out there? Reason is i sat in one in 2000 and i had to bend my neck, no way i could put it in the safe "forward-seating" position. Have things improved in the way of headroom since then?
TTRS one bat out of Hungarian Hell, the first RS car made outside of Neckarsulm. If i were a platform shoe single guy i would definitely spring for one.
TTRS one bat out of Hungarian Hell, the first RS car made outside of Neckarsulm. If i were a platform shoe single guy i would definitely spring for one.