2014 Focus ST vs TrailBlazer SS

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why does the focus underperform so much? last test i read it could'nt even outrun a 200hp gti. hell my Altima is even faster.
 

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Must be the FWD, It's been running mid 14s. It will get out performed by a 2v. Until you turn up the boost.
 

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why does the focus underperform so much? last test i read it could'nt even outrun a 200hp gti. hell my Altima is even faster.

I wouldn't say it underperforms. I'd say it performs like 3200 lb fwd car with 250 hp.

In regards to the GTI, keep in mind it weighs close to 200 lbs less than the Focus and although it's rated at 200hp, independent testing puts that number closer to 225. APR tuning measures it at 222 hp and tq.
 

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why does the focus underperform so much? last test i read it could'nt even outrun a 200hp gti. hell my Altima is even faster.

I know, I'd be a buyer if it could trap close to the WRX's 102mph trap speed. (not sti)
 
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