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Acura TSX or Subaru STi?

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Old 12-13-2005, 11:36 PM
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These are two cars that Im considering. I think the TSX might be a better choice to make sure I stay away from too many mods.

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Old 12-13-2005, 11:49 PM
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considering for what? a nice calm daily driver, or another harsh, but decently practical toy?
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Why even bother with a sedan? Get a wagon or a hatchback or a small SUV/truck.
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Its for a daily driver. It will be my only car. I dont want to put too much money into it at the moment. The STi has potential to be another money pit.

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If you got the sti, I'm sure you could hold off on modding it if you really think about it. I mean, the car is pretty damn quick. You'll be bored as hell in the TSX because it is sloooow.
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TSX I may trade the wife's Accord for one as a Christmas present

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Have you thought about splitting the difference and getting a Legacy GT? I've driven all 3 and that would be my choice. The STi is just too harsh/spartan to be a d/d for me, and I feel kinda juvenile driving it. The TSX is just too damn bland. It's absolutely a nice car (much better from an enthusiast's point of view than the '03 EX V6 Accord I had), but there is nothing there for me to get excited about. I really liked the Legacy GT, though. I drove a 5-spd wagon. Too bad they discontinued that car for '06. That turbo flat 4 is a great motor. Much more character than the Honda 2.4. Interior is also every bit as nice as the TSX (maybe nicer to my eyes), though it is a bit small (but so is the TSX). So, the Legacy GT would be my clear choice. If you could spend a few more dollars, I'd also look at a G35 6MT sedan with just a sunroof (could probably be bought for $30K) or a 6MT GTO. The GTO, while looking like a Cavalier on roids, is a blast to drive. That LS2 is just a wonderful motor, able to make up for the most banal of styling.
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IF i had to choose between the 2...i would go TSX, not a big fan of sedans though. STI will trick you into modding it.
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Even though I like the TSX, my choice would be the STi.
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