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Can a Chipped S4 spank a STi?

SISISI

stock STIs run 13.1 - 13.4 here in Cali !
S4 has to be a stg II with good driver to spank a STI

NoahD

If you're talking drag race, the STI is a bit faster I think. On a road course, the STI is a LOT faster. On a rally course, the STI is a WHOLE LOT faster.

(but it's still a subie!)

EurôStyle

so, someone like you, right? ; )

Audi Dudey

I'm still in the break-in period but I feel confident in saying, just from my experience at partial throttle below 4000 RPM, an S4 is going to need some bit of work (more than just a chip) to match an STi. My S4 is a strong one but it feels almost sluggish next to the STi. And if there's handling or braking involved, forget it. The S4 doesn't have a chance. I am VERY impressed with the STi. When I get back from vacation and get some more miles on the STi, I plan on writing a comparo.

EkSiPd

only on days that DON'T end in "y" :P

PhoenixGTS

STi has 400 punds advantage so even though the S4 torque curve is a bit better, you do the math.<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/s4/msgs/1348180.phtml">https://forums.audiworld.com/s4/msgs/1348180.phtml</a</li></ul>

hondakiller

what about a chipped S4 with down pipes?

ScottGo

This was discussed about 2 days ago. Stage 2+ has a slight edge IIRC.

BlueTang

I am wondering where all of these opinions have come from?
Is there anyone here besides Audi Dudey who has driven a STi?

I have and I believe that an S4 with a a chip is, in fact, faster than an STi. Now, when it comes to braking and cornering the STi is a different beast. But, I dare anyone to say the STi does it in more comfort and panche than an S4.
Take your wife for a ride in an STi then in an S4 and ask her what she likes. I think you will have your answer to which car is better and which car will be in your driveway. To those who don't have wives: Just wait, one day you will...