Mitsubishi FTO
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ChrisGT
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FTSlow ?? Jest...
Never having driven one I can't properly comment tbh. But from what I've read and of what I've seen of them out and about, they aren't that quick tbh...not an upgrade, not much of a downgrade...maybe a direct replacement? But IMO, Glanza = better. Boost ftw
PS; you live in Jeddah? How comes!? I lived in jeddah for yeaaars! Good old saudia city
Never having driven one I can't properly comment tbh. But from what I've read and of what I've seen of them out and about, they aren't that quick tbh...not an upgrade, not much of a downgrade...maybe a direct replacement? But IMO, Glanza = better. Boost ftw
PS; you live in Jeddah? How comes!? I lived in jeddah for yeaaars! Good old saudia city
riko666
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Speaking from knowledge?
But agreed for an Automatic...I've always liked them, they're known to be an alright car to drive (some claim one of the all time greatest FWD handlers...but so many people are ready to make such claims), and whilst outright the V6 isn't the most powerful or refined of engines (regardless, 197bhp out of a not too heavy car...)...my god, what a sound, and it loves to rev. I'm led to believe the 2.0 V6 wasn't always one of the most reliable powerplants (I think I recall something about overheating or similar...)
Plus Ferrari sued them as the FTO apparently was too similar in design to the Ferrari 550 Maranello...how cool is that?
But agreed for an Automatic...I've always liked them, they're known to be an alright car to drive (some claim one of the all time greatest FWD handlers...but so many people are ready to make such claims), and whilst outright the V6 isn't the most powerful or refined of engines (regardless, 197bhp out of a not too heavy car...)...my god, what a sound, and it loves to rev. I'm led to believe the 2.0 V6 wasn't always one of the most reliable powerplants (I think I recall something about overheating or similar...)
Plus Ferrari sued them as the FTO apparently was too similar in design to the Ferrari 550 Maranello...how cool is that?
riko666
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PS; you live in Jeddah? How comes!? I lived in jeddah for yeaaars! Good old saudia city
I know man, I noticed that the other day! Tried PM him
FTSlow ?? Jest...
Never having driven one I can't properly comment tbh. But from what I've read and of what I've seen of them out and about, they aren't that quick tbh...not an upgrade, not much of a downgrade...maybe a direct replacement? But IMO, Glanza = better. Boost ftw
PS; you live in Jeddah? How comes!? I lived in jeddah for yeaaars! Good old saudia city
was born there and lived there about 13 yrs now currently living in Dublin
awesome chap, whereabouts? Always intrigued to know of fellow Saudi-ites! Sorry for clogging the thread
U have a PM
The Spec for it
V6 24-valve MIVEC Engine
The sophisticated, powerful (200BHP@7500rpm) 2.0-litre V6 MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing and lift Electronic Control) DOHC engine switches automatically between two sets of cam lobes: one for deft low rev response with muscular yet controlled torque, and the other for execptional top-end power. The result is a silky smooth ride at steady speeds, with a resonant, throaty bass roar that thrills the spirit when you decide to put the throttle down.
Engine Type 6A12
Valve System & Number of Cylinder DOHC24valve V6
Size(mm) 78.4*69.0
Exhaust(cc)1998
Compression Ratio 10.0
BHP / rpm 200/7500
Maximum Torque(kgf*m/rpm) 20.4/5000
V6 24-valve MIVEC Engine
The sophisticated, powerful (200BHP@7500rpm) 2.0-litre V6 MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing and lift Electronic Control) DOHC engine switches automatically between two sets of cam lobes: one for deft low rev response with muscular yet controlled torque, and the other for execptional top-end power. The result is a silky smooth ride at steady speeds, with a resonant, throaty bass roar that thrills the spirit when you decide to put the throttle down.
Engine Type 6A12
Valve System & Number of Cylinder DOHC24valve V6
Size(mm) 78.4*69.0
Exhaust(cc)1998
Compression Ratio 10.0
BHP / rpm 200/7500
Maximum Torque(kgf*m/rpm) 20.4/5000
ChrisGT
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that sounds impressive but the one I drove had the paddle gear change and the delay was terrible... it just didnt feel like a nice car to drive.
Ive also met them a couple of times in my Glanza and they are not very fast
Naughty, naughty, very naughty!
riko666
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stock for stock, quoted figures are similar for 0-60mph, but 0-60 times are very sketchy as the times depend on so many variables and are often not very repeatable...
I wonder how the two compare in the mid-range, like 50-70mph in top or 60-80mph in 3rd, 4th, and 5th. That'd be interesting
I wonder how the two compare in the mid-range, like 50-70mph in top or 60-80mph in 3rd, 4th, and 5th. That'd be interesting
gv1.3
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never said where/when or gave any details. Just some info the guy might find of use unlike some of the silly "I raced one on my private road blah blah blah" type comments
@ Riko: From my experience from 30 to 70 the Glanza is quicker by a bit not a huge amount. Ive seen one in Ireland with a FMIC, I assume it was turbo'd... that would be interesting...
@ Riko: From my experience from 30 to 70 the Glanza is quicker by a bit not a huge amount. Ive seen one in Ireland with a FMIC, I assume it was turbo'd... that would be interesting...
gv1.3
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I know someone who may have one for sale for cheap if you are seriously looking. He has a company car and the FTO is lying around looking for a good home.
wat year n wat spec it is? n roughly how much?
already dealing wit some1 now if the deal dosnt go throu ill let u know