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Old Feb 25, 2008 | 01:37 PM
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I know the only difference is that the gsx is awd and the gst is fwd. I want to know if they have a difference in speed and power?
 
Old Feb 25, 2008 | 01:42 PM
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Nope they are both rated at the same h/p. Awd is heavier and have more parts to break, but then you have the advantage of traction. Fwd is lighter and has less parts to breakbut less traction at the start.
 
Old Feb 25, 2008 | 01:44 PM
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thanks alot man
 
Old Feb 25, 2008 | 04:35 PM
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there are difference in other areas though..
 
Old Feb 25, 2008 | 06:57 PM
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The GSX clearly has less power to the wheels due to drivetrain loss, and weight.
 
Old Feb 25, 2008 | 07:17 PM
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and the gst is better from a roll, while it'll get eaten alive by a gsx from a stop
 
Old Feb 25, 2008 | 07:30 PM
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and teh gsx has way better handling.

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Old Feb 25, 2008 | 07:34 PM
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I have found the GSX handles alot better and feels more solid at higher speeds and also that when you need to GO you GO unlike with the GST you might hit the gas and just spin in a time of need.... both are fun cars during the summer but the GST is nice when you want to smoke the tires and the GSX is nice when you want to go out and play in the snow.... personally i miss being able to smoke the tires every once and a while but i love the AWD
 
Old Feb 25, 2008 | 08:26 PM
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ORIGINAL: Rob

The GSX clearly has less power to the wheels due to drivetrain loss, and weight.
True about the drivetrain, however weight has nothing to do with power produced.

Also, the gsx has tighter gearing and will rev up quicker. GST has a tall 1st gear
 
Old Feb 25, 2008 | 08:38 PM
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DSMTalon!! Long time no see.. Good to cya back^^


Personally my favorite.. The power seats in the GSX.. And leather.
 



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