Turbo P5 Vs. Mazdaspeed
November-26th-2002, 11:24 AM
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Turbo P5 Vs. Mazdaspeed
Who do you think would win?
Pro 5 with FM Protege Turbo Charger 6 PSI Boost
Or
Mazdaspeed Protege with the 6 PSI Boost
http://autos.yahoo.com/compare/compa...2protege5sport
Pro 5 with FM Protege Turbo Charger 6 PSI Boost
Or
Mazdaspeed Protege with the 6 PSI Boost
http://autos.yahoo.com/compare/compa...2protege5sport
Last edited by AcoupDetat; November-26th-2002 at 11:28 AM.
November-26th-2002, 11:39 AM
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Re: Turbo P5 Vs. Mazdaspeed
Originally posted by AcoupDetat
Who do you think would win?
Pro 5 with FM Protege Turbo Charger 6 PSI Boost
Or
Mazdaspeed Protege with the 6 PSI Boost
http://autos.yahoo.com/compare/compa...2protege5sport
Who do you think would win?
Pro 5 with FM Protege Turbo Charger 6 PSI Boost
Or
Mazdaspeed Protege with the 6 PSI Boost
http://autos.yahoo.com/compare/compa...2protege5sport
November-26th-2002, 12:21 PM
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The MSP may have a slight advanatge in terms of traction due to its grippier tires and LSD. For me, I would also prefer a BEGI turbo P5, since I like the color better, looks more restrained, and has better weight distribution.
November-26th-2002, 01:44 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Turbo P5 Vs. Mazdaspeed
Originally posted by TheMAN
Uh huh... did you know one car's power was measured at the wheels? Guess which one?
Uh huh... did you know one car's power was measured at the wheels? Guess which one?The Mazdaspeed Protege would win if there were any turns involved. Straight line? It FM turbo'd P5 should win but not by much.
November-26th-2002, 02:39 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Turbo P5 Vs. Mazdaspeed
Originally posted by TheMAN
Uh huh... did you know one car's power was measured at the wheels? Guess which one?
Uh huh... did you know one car's power was measured at the wheels? Guess which one?^^^ That's a 2.25" Thermal exhaust smart guy. (167.5whp/191.5tq)
http://www.flyinmiata.com/protege/te...FM_P5_6psi.pdf
^^^ With stock exhaust (149whp/173.1tq)
The MSP dynos right around 150whp +/-...
AcoupDetat didn't mention the larger exhaust, so:
Here's a spoon so you can eat my ***.
November-26th-2002, 03:35 PM
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I seriously doubt that 20ft/lbs of torque is gonna save the turbo P5 from the limited slip on the MSP. For anyone who has ever driven a FWD car with a decent amount of HP and an open diff, you know what I am talking about. Given, its close enough that a little driver error could throw it off, but I'd put my money on the MSP and its LSD.
November-26th-2002, 09:19 PM
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Originally posted by Orange Crush
I seriously doubt that 20ft/lbs of torque is gonna save the turbo P5 from the limited slip on the MSP. For anyone who has ever driven a FWD car with a decent amount of HP and an open diff, you know what I am talking about. Given, its close enough that a little driver error could throw it off, but I'd put my money on the MSP and its LSD.
I seriously doubt that 20ft/lbs of torque is gonna save the turbo P5 from the limited slip on the MSP. For anyone who has ever driven a FWD car with a decent amount of HP and an open diff, you know what I am talking about. Given, its close enough that a little driver error could throw it off, but I'd put my money on the MSP and its LSD.
Jason - glad you enjoyed the spoon
November-26th-2002, 11:05 PM
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Too close to call. If the MSP really has 150WHP and a good sum of torque it would probably take the turbo P5 in the drag, but it would be very dependent on the driver. But if the P5 has a stock, or close to stock, suspension it will get its *** handed to it in the twisties. I would rather have the MSP and get the whole warranty package, an LSD, and not have to spend money above and beyond the 3k or so required to purchase the FM turbo to make it decent.
November-26th-2002, 11:42 PM
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Originally posted by kc5zom
Too close to call. If the MSP really has 150WHP and a good sum of torque it would probably take the turbo P5 in the drag, but it would be very dependent on the driver. But if the P5 has a stock, or close to stock, suspension it will get its *** handed to it in the twisties. I would rather have the MSP and get the whole warranty package, an LSD, and not have to spend money above and beyond the 3k or so required to purchase the FM turbo to make it decent.
Too close to call. If the MSP really has 150WHP and a good sum of torque it would probably take the turbo P5 in the drag, but it would be very dependent on the driver. But if the P5 has a stock, or close to stock, suspension it will get its *** handed to it in the twisties. I would rather have the MSP and get the whole warranty package, an LSD, and not have to spend money above and beyond the 3k or so required to purchase the FM turbo to make it decent.
November-27th-2002, 03:06 AM
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The FM Protege 5 will win a drag. It makes more torque and horsepower than the MSP...
And the FM Protege 5 now has Ground Control coil-overs and adjustable camber plates. So, it'll give the MSP a run for it's money in the corners now too. Not to mention, it still all cost less than the MSP.
And the FM Protege 5 now has Ground Control coil-overs and adjustable camber plates. So, it'll give the MSP a run for it's money in the corners now too. Not to mention, it still all cost less than the MSP.
November-27th-2002, 04:27 AM
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Originally posted by TheMAN
seems to me nobody ever talked about the weight....
seems to me nobody ever talked about the weight....
According to Mazda USA, Protege 5 M/T weighs in at 2716 lbs., A/T at 2749 lbs. ...
The Mazdaspeed Protege weighs in at a hefty 2843 lbs (damn stereo).