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Originally Posted by Cameron27
*Higher peak torque
What matters is the torque curve: where the torque is at each rpm. If you get 100 torque up to 5000 rpm, then 300 at 5100, it’s pointless to say “higher torque”. That’s essentially what the hp and torque ratings are: highest numbers, not 100% representative of actual performance.
The 4 cylinder turbo hits 80%+ torque later than the v6, it hits peak torque sooner, and then it’s torque dips off after about 4500 rpm or so (I forget exact numbers). The v6 hits 80%+ torque near 2100rpm, and torque holds high throughout the range to redline.
Obviously there’s tuning that can be done on the turbo to essentially get a better 0-60.
My opinion is the v6 is the better option. Better stock performance, better torque curve, better sound, used regular gas not premium (isn’t crippled in performance by using regular). The i4 turbo uses premium, and if tuned it guzzles gas hard.
Still two great choices. I just see $1600 as a no brainer. I eeking out a 5% edge were the reason to tune an i4 turbo, I’d probably just save for a v8 instead.
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Why do you people keep bringing up regular vs. premium gas like it really matters? Even if you get 20 gallons of gas, the price difference is only $6.40 when comparing prices of $2.37 for regular and $2.69 for premium.
As for the torque curve, I doubt it is as pronounced as you imply. I've driven cars with the 2.0T in it, and it seemed like it had pretty decent low end torque. I do know that for $350 (conservative tune) the 2.0T will make 300RWHP/330RWTQ.