Originally Posted By: webfors
Originally Posted By: GMBoy
Originally Posted By: webfors
Originally Posted By: GMBoy
If I were to get one, I would go 3.6 however for the power bump and more smoothness.
And give up 20 foot pounds of torque, which come on 1800 RPM sooner?
That feeling of full boost at 3000 rpm is irreplaceable.
Outside of boost the car purrs like a kitten, can barely hear the engine.
Yes.
I own a 3.6 CTS and while Mom's ATS 2.0T is very peppy, it does not run as hard as a 3.6. The 3.6 is also much smoother, sounds better and doesn't work as hard or have funny exhaust sounds. Balls to the wall I realize the difference between a 2.0t and 3.6 0-60 and 1/4 mile times are within a few tenths of each other - it's just 2 different way to do it. I love turbos (have an 87 Buick GN) but I prefer smoothness.
Still a great car! Congrats on it and that 2.0T will serve you well. Just don't drive a 3.6 version
drool.... Buick GN. My first turbo dream car...
Chassis balance, weight and fuel economy are benefits of the 2.0T also.
But I agree, I will not drive the 3.6 for fear of wanting it
Keep in mind, if you don't care about warranty, a tune will wake this little 4 banger up big time.
You know you are really right about the balance of the 2.0T and the way it is tuneable. The 2.0T has the better weight advantage and just a mild tune with boost added and fuel to match is putting over 300hp so yes - that is the better choice over the 3.6 in that respect. Also - I hope I didn't come across wrong in my earlier post. I really like the car and Cadillac did it wonderful job on the dynamics of the car. It handles so well and the little 2.0 does pull hard right around 3000rpm. Feels bigger than it is.