BUYER'S GUIDE: SRT-4 VS MSP.

[spacemonkey]

Welcome! I considered both cars. But the 04s werent out when I was considering the SRT-4.

What can I say. I test drove both of them and I loved the power of the SRT-4...and thats pretty much it. Mazda pretty much made my decision for me by giving almost $2500 in rebates and $600 more on my trade in. Its all preference. If you like strightline fast and easy upgrades get the SRT-4. If youre into a well balanced car with amazing handeling...get the MSP. There are a couple of members who have owned both so maybe they can give you some info (Low J? and AZspeed?).

Here are the things that got me to take the MSP:
1) $$$ it was way cheaper
2) looks...it definately turns heads because you dont see alot of them. I hate the infamous Neon Wheel gap.
3) nice interior. The SRT-4 interior didnt cut it for me. I loved the seat and the gauges/dash. But it felt high and jacked up to me for some reason. And I kinda got annoyed by the shifter in 1st gear.
4) the 03s didnt have LSDs...annoying when you have that much power.
5) handeling was amazing...I've own only RWD cars in the past and this doesnt even compare to my bros Golf. Im all about handeling.
6) I loved all the little goodies taht the MSP came with, Kenwood, Racingheart, racing beat, tokico, garrett, Bridgestone 215s RE04s, sparco (in 03s)

Both are good cars and I would suggest test driving them...I know dodge made some improvements on the 04 SRT-4s. As for look...SRT-4 looks beautiful from the front...then it gets kinda lame in the back with the wheel gap and supra/DSM wing.

 

[DiscreetSpeed]

I dont know what to say...test drive both.
ive modded my car and measured equally to a modded 04 srt...this is from a couple of runs with each other..

 

[yashooa]

I dont know what to say...test drive both.
ive modded my car and measured equally to a modded 04 srt...this is from a couple of runs with each other..

Discreet did someone beat you with the "pussystick" cause you are so kind an gentle as of late? (laugh)

 

[DiscreetSpeed]

lol...you havent been checkin the stock turbo vs aftermarket turbo thread or the emanage thread in the new forum.....
i am trying to stop bein like that though and being more helpful....its just so HARD!!!!

 

[yashooa]

lol...you havent been checkin the stock turbo vs aftermarket turbo thread or the emanage thread in the new forum.....
i am trying to stop bein like that though and being more helpful....its just so HARD!!!!

Good I was begining to worry that Team Rainbow had stolen your balls away (evil)

Damn this A.D.D.! They took me off my meds for awhile due to "side effects" and I can't stay on topic for s***!

On topic:Oh yes, SEARCH THE FORUM YOU ASSBURGLER!

 

[DiscreetSpeed]

no way man...got team ghost recon providing security.

 

[yashooa]

no way man...got team ghost recon providing security.

Ah haha good one a Tom Clancy Red Storm joke. Good one bro. SRT-4 sucks that is all.

 

[DZnutz]

it honestly came down to quality and value for me... i found the msp to be a much higher quality vehicle than the srt. that and the fact that i got my msp for $7K CDN less than an srt... if they were both the same price then id be a personal choice. the only thing, and i mean truly ONLY thing, the srt has over the msp is straight line speed... i found the msp to be better in every possible category and offer even more extras. good luck just be happy with your choice

 

[slug420]

dead serious, if you need to ask, buy a srt-4

 

[Subghetto]

All an srt-4 is a neon w/ a turbo in it, that's it no big ******* deal(notcool) plus it's a damn neon those cars will probalby breakdown a need constant repairing. An MSP will be more reliable and stylish since the dodge neon is ugly as hell.

 

[spacemonkey]

Um yeah a neon with a 2.4L engine that makes like 229 hp and 250 lbs of torque. Just look at the speed...same engine as the protege with a turbo. Not to mention the SRT-4 engine was designed for FI. The SRT-4 does not have a 2.0L neon engine. And it doesnt have a neon Tranny...lets see someon make 500hp on stock bottom on a 2.0 sxt neon.

 

[All Boost]

Two things.

1. this thread should actually have no reason for going any further as it has been beat to death.

2. Yashooa - I'm sure there is no need to be a degenerate and swear at a dude that has 1 post.

 

[spacemonkey]

Yeah lets be helpful for once and not make comments like "its just a neon."

 

[Damaga]

Based on some`s comment, might as well stop posting...
Are you guys actually looking for threads that "has already been posted" and just b**** about it?

Anyhow, I`m sure a good % of us checked out the SRT-4...
I did, was pricey and actually 2-3k over sticker at the time I got my Speed (October)...
Could not even test-drive the thing! SRT-4 has a kick-ass engine and I just love the sound of the exhaust.
BUT got the MSP based on price and turbo (oh so nice)
It`s just fast enough and handles like it's on rails! and the interior is much better and the stereo is great!

Happy car hunting!

 

[Subghetto]

Yeah lets be helpful for once and not make comments like "its just a neon."

ok a it's a super neon but it still a neon.

 

[t3ase]

dead serious, if you need to ask, buy a srt-4

There ya go. PERFECT.

 

[t3ase]

Based on some`s comment, might as well stop posting...
Are you guys actually looking for threads that "has already been posted" and just b**** about it?

Yes. Search and you'll find threads where we explain that.

 

[apocman]

Two things.

1. this thread should actually have no reason for going any further as it has been beat to death.

2. Yashooa - I'm sure there is no need to be a degenerate and swear at a dude that has 1 post.

Ah, yes I knew a Canadian wrote this reply. I love how laid back and polite Canadians are, but they just don't understand American humor. Not to say all Americans like extreme humor...


A little story for you all:

Every year I have to attend an International training class. Well, in my class was a Canadian friend of mine and an Israeli. Let me tell you it was so funny listen to the two of them go at it. The Canadian wanted to discuss and discuss and discuss the issues and he was always mindful of being nice.

The Israeli was very direct to the point. He like to say "here is the problem and here is your answer. now let's react!" and he would cuss and say "you talk to ******* much! No need for all of this bulls*** talk! You see problem and you fix Problem!" ...

Man my Canadain friend was like "WELL, I have never been treated this way " " UHMP" and he crossed his arms and didnt say anything rest of the class.

I was dumb founded, but after class we all went and drank beer for a long time ( WARNING! a 90 yr old Canadian grandmother can out drink a 500lb redneck from Texas, anyday!)

We talked about all the differences between the three of us and our cultures. We noticed that alot of times Canadians like to discuss and debate alot and they are very proper for the most part and their humor is very subtle compared to Americans.

Israelis are very to the point type, reactive people and they LOVE to cuss and don't for the most part give a s*** what other people think about what they say or do. I didn't really get a feel for what type of humor he likes.

Americans like to throw lots of money at problems and we don't for the most part, take in account international opinions in our decision process and we like extreme humor.

Just the opinions of three men from three different countries drinking beer and shooting the s*** and does not reflect the countries of origin opinions...

Apoc

 

[rocketspeed]

The SRT-4 costs about $4k more than the MSP. Given the price difference, I picked the MSP. All things being equal, I would have given up a little handling and take the SRT-4 for the power. I don't regret not getting the SRT-4 for a second, though. I like being able to outcorner them and being more stylish while I do it.

The dealer who was willing to trade a used MSP plus $1k for a new SRT-4 is on the pipe, or that story is BS. The trade-in value of a used MSP (even with 1k miles on it in showroom condition) won't nearly cover dealer cost on an SRT-4. That used MSP is worth maybe $13k or so used.

 

[jflo]

ok a it's a super neon but it still a neon.

ok a it's a super protege but it still a protege.

quit being dicks about replying to his question. granted that he didn't use the search function, he probably didn't know about it.

evo'skickass: it all comes down to where you want to go. if you're into dragging and stuff, the srt-4 is for you ! but if you want better overall style (in my opinion at least) and quality, get the MSP.