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Sorin · #16 01-26-2006, 12:49 PM

I like the passat TDI but if i change my car i wanna something higher then a VW
i will have to try the 300TD i believe that the accelaration will be there ( i hope so)
if not chipping is always an option.
Maybe it wasn't "fair" to compare the jetta wich is lighter manual chipped+bigger injectors with a straight car.. but it was a 1.9l vs a 3.0l...
the good part is that i felt in love with the interior of the 300

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Originally Posted by DieselAddict

The same is true for the E320 CDI when compared to a gas E320 from what I've read. Of course the CDI has a turbo and the gasser doesn't, but the advantage of putting a turbo on a diesel is that it has a minimal if any effect on the fuel economy, unlike with a gasser. But I like non-turbos as well... fewer parts that can fail, less potential for oil leaks and smoke on acceleration, and less stress on the engine, though they are definitely slower.

greasybenz · #17 01-26-2006, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by DieselAddict

The same is true for the E320 CDI when compared to a gas E320 from what I've read. Of course the CDI has a turbo and the gasser doesn't

yes and both the diesel and gasser of the passat were turboed. But the 1.8TURBO gasser was slower off the line and sluggish. The 2.0T diesel was alot quicker off the line and if your not careful with your foot youll get a little tire spin when the light turns green. We could never do that on the gasser!

aklim · #18 01-26-2006, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Sorin

I like the passat TDI but if i change my car i wanna something higher then a VW
i will have to try the 300TD i believe that the accelaration will be there ( i hope so)
if not chipping is always an option.
Maybe it wasn't "fair" to compare the jetta wich is lighter manual chipped+bigger injectors with a straight car.. but it was a 1.9l vs a 3.0l...
the good part is that i felt in love with the interior of the 300

Chipping makes a big difference. You also will smoke a bit but it harms nothing. Are you talking about a E300 Turbo diesel since the 300 TD is a different car.

having taken a direct hit in the driver seat when I was driving a C280 and it was a T-bone accident and all that and I am fine, I would prefere the E300 if it were me.