Performance? - Toyota Yaris Forums

chrisj · 10-15-2010, 02:15 AM

I don't wanna get flamed here, but I was reading a post someone put on about getting a spoiler for his sedan. Some members said he should work on performance enhancements first, then cosmetic stuff.

I didn't get my Yaris for performance. I bought it because it was 1)Toyota 2)stylish even with stock everything 3)got awesome gas mileage.

My only concern after I got the car WAS cosmetic stuff. I had/have no desire for performance features. I don't plan to show it, race it, or mod it to hell to get stuff out of what amounts to a subcompact economy car.

Now, performance can mean different things to different people. Maybe I'm not clear on what "performance" means here. When I think of performance, I think of turbo, more horsepower, and things that have to do with racing.

Just my thoughts, but I bought my car to get decent gas mileage and look a little "sporty". God knows I needed it, as I had an Avalon for 9 years prior.

Okay............................flame away. Wait. Let me get my fireproof suit on.

TEHxFALLEN V1.2 · 10-15-2010, 02:58 AM

Performance is swapping an LS1 into a go-kart.

FSANE · 10-15-2010, 03:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TEHxFALLEN V1.2

Performance is swapping an LS1 into a go-kart.

or just having LS1 in any car :D

chrisj · 10-15-2010, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TEHxFALLEN V1.2

Performance is swapping an LS1 into a go-kart.

Surely there's a YouTube out there with this setup...

This is close! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1Jq__FLG3A

SailDesign · 10-15-2010, 04:23 PM

Gixxer cart, babe!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xbZt9-xtuU

chrisj · 10-15-2010, 05:13 PM

^ There it is! I love it!

cali yaris · 10-15-2010, 05:23 PM

chrisj,

"performance" probably does mean different things to different people. It's just one of those words.

For me, it's a word about function (as oppposed to looks or aeshetics) .It means something you do to improve the original function of that particular system in a car.

It could be audio, it could be suspension, brakes, power, tires, etc etc. That's just what it means to me.

chrisj · 10-15-2010, 05:26 PM

^ Yeah, I get it. Handling modifications like sway bars and springs would count too. I just see so much here about boost this and turbo that. Just all seems like the Yaris on steroids! :)

TLyttle · 10-16-2010, 12:28 AM

Every once in awhile a proper "performance" car shows up, one that goes well without frying tires, corners well without an excessively rough ride, and stops well every time. One can increase performance in all these categories, and, if done right, will not decrease the overall tractability of the vehicle, or overstress it.

I see the Miatas as performance cars, as purchased. Any additions are cosmetic, and in my mind, seldom enhance what that car is. Sure, the Yaris may use a bit more oomph, or interior changes, but basically it is a very good car for the money, mostly because it strangles every drop of performance out of every drop of fuel.

I bought my Yaris (1) because it was a Toyota, reliability was extremely important, (2) for fuel economy, the price of fuel ain't going down anytime soon, and (3) because it was offered in a bare-bones package, no air, no automatic, minimal radio/BS. It was/is just a car. For the last 3 years, it has done its job virtually without flaw.

It goes well enough, corners just fine, and stops just fine. It does what I want it to do. Do I want my Mustangs back? No, I'm past that now. Do I want my pigups back? Don't need them anymore. Am I keeping my 245? We are expecting a bad winter, so the 245 is mandatory if I am to get anywhere.

Really, if the Yaris was better in the snow, I MIGHT consider dropping the 245. However...

chrisj · 10-16-2010, 05:14 AM

I've not been through a winter with mine yet. :/

10-15-2010, 02:15 AM	#1
chrisj Hooch Brewer-Shine Sipper View User's Garage Drives: 2009 5-dr LB Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: S. Jesus, Kentucky Posts: 646	Performance? I don't wanna get flamed here, but I was reading a post someone put on about getting a spoiler for his sedan. Some members said he should work on performance enhancements first, then cosmetic stuff. I didn't get my Yaris for performance. I bought it because it was 1)Toyota 2)stylish even with stock everything 3)got awesome gas mileage. My only concern after I got the car WAS cosmetic stuff. I had/have no desire for performance features. I don't plan to show it, race it, or mod it to hell to get stuff out of what amounts to a subcompact economy car. Now, performance can mean different things to different people. Maybe I'm not clear on what "performance" means here. When I think of performance, I think of turbo, more horsepower, and things that have to do with racing. Just my thoughts, but I bought my car to get decent gas mileage and look a little "sporty". God knows I needed it, as I had an Avalon for 9 years prior. Okay............................flame away. Wait. Let me get my fireproof suit on. __________________

10-15-2010, 02:58 AM	#2
TEHxFALLEN V1.2 Banned View User's Garage Drives: '08 Lexus IS-F Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Calabasas, CA Posts: 1,890	Performance is swapping an LS1 into a go-kart. __________________ DON'T LIKE ME? TAKE A SEAT WITH THE REST OF THE BITCHES WHO ARE WAITING FOR ME TO GIVE A FUCK. Sponsored by: Micro Image http://microimageonline.com

10-15-2010, 05:13 PM	#6
chrisj Hooch Brewer-Shine Sipper View User's Garage Drives: 2009 5-dr LB Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: S. Jesus, Kentucky Posts: 646	^ There it is! I love it! __________________

10-15-2010, 05:23 PM	#7
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	chrisj, "performance" probably does mean different things to different people. It's just one of those words. For me, it's a word about function (as oppposed to looks or aeshetics) .It means something you do to improve the original function of that particular system in a car. It could be audio, it could be suspension, brakes, power, tires, etc etc. That's just what it means to me. __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

10-15-2010, 05:26 PM	#8
chrisj Hooch Brewer-Shine Sipper View User's Garage Drives: 2009 5-dr LB Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: S. Jesus, Kentucky Posts: 646	^ Yeah, I get it. Handling modifications like sway bars and springs would count too. I just see so much here about boost this and turbo that. Just all seems like the Yaris on steroids! :) __________________

10-15-2010, 04:23 PM	#5
SailDesign Drives: . Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: . Posts: 1,931	Gixxer cart, babe! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xbZt9-xtuU

10-16-2010, 12:28 AM	#9
TLyttle Drives: 07 Yaris sedan Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Keremeos BC Posts: 986	Every once in awhile a proper "performance" car shows up, one that goes well without frying tires, corners well without an excessively rough ride, and stops well every time. One can increase performance in all these categories, and, if done right, will not decrease the overall tractability of the vehicle, or overstress it. I see the Miatas as performance cars, as purchased. Any additions are cosmetic, and in my mind, seldom enhance what that car is. Sure, the Yaris may use a bit more oomph, or interior changes, but basically it is a very good car for the money, mostly because it strangles every drop of performance out of every drop of fuel. I bought my Yaris (1) because it was a Toyota, reliability was extremely important, (2) for fuel economy, the price of fuel ain't going down anytime soon, and (3) because it was offered in a bare-bones package, no air, no automatic, minimal radio/BS. It was/is just a car. For the last 3 years, it has done its job virtually without flaw. It goes well enough, corners just fine, and stops just fine. It does what I want it to do. Do I want my Mustangs back? No, I'm past that now. Do I want my pigups back? Don't need them anymore. Am I keeping my 245? We are expecting a bad winter, so the 245 is mandatory if I am to get anywhere. Really, if the Yaris was better in the snow, I MIGHT consider dropping the 245. However...

10-16-2010, 05:14 AM	#10
chrisj Hooch Brewer-Shine Sipper View User's Garage Drives: 2009 5-dr LB Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: S. Jesus, Kentucky Posts: 646	I've not been through a winter with mine yet. :/ __________________

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