gear box differences
- Dot
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gear box differences
What pray tell is the difference between an automatic and a constant variable gear box??
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- jon_d
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Re: gear box differences
Auto has gears that it shifts though.
CVT has sort of two cones that rub against each other. The cones adjust position to get the best revs.
That's the simple explanation, the mechanics of it are a bit different.
CVT has sort of two cones that rub against each other. The cones adjust position to get the best revs.
That's the simple explanation, the mechanics of it are a bit different.
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- Dot
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Re: gear box differences
Who mentioned Cones Thanks jd so which one is the best
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Re: gear box differences
CVT is Continuous Variable Transmission
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Re: gear box differences
Dot, Julie has a Mitsubishi ASX with CVT and we find it very good to drive, the revs just change depending on the power required at the time. Go to a dealer and express an interest then take it for a long test drive.
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- Dot
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Re: gear box differences
Thanks boys, we shall be doing the car yards soon. Leaning towards the Suzuki swift now that I have lost weight George is heavier than me. Hope your pain level is better now George.
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Re: gear box differences
Dottie,
You may find the Swift just a little TOO compact after the GV.
Our Suzuki Baleno is a nice compact 5-door car which can still comfortably seat 4 adults (not legless midgets), with a rear hatch and fold-down seats which make it a handy station wagon. Economical, too!
Ours is the 1 litre turbo. Plenty of get-up-&-go, yet we get 17~18km/litre There's a non-turbo 1.4 litre version too. Cruises comfortably between 100~110 on the freeway. Not too bouncy on the back roads, either... unlike the Jimny. I fear the Swift might be a bit choppy on back roads because of its short wheelbase. That was Jim's problem.
Very reasonably priced, and it fits on our single-axle Tilta-Trailer, as it's under 1500Kg! Probably be a good Toad with an A-frame.
I suggest you test-drive both before making a decision.
You may find the Swift just a little TOO compact after the GV.
Our Suzuki Baleno is a nice compact 5-door car which can still comfortably seat 4 adults (not legless midgets), with a rear hatch and fold-down seats which make it a handy station wagon. Economical, too!
Ours is the 1 litre turbo. Plenty of get-up-&-go, yet we get 17~18km/litre There's a non-turbo 1.4 litre version too. Cruises comfortably between 100~110 on the freeway. Not too bouncy on the back roads, either... unlike the Jimny. I fear the Swift might be a bit choppy on back roads because of its short wheelbase. That was Jim's problem.
Very reasonably priced, and it fits on our single-axle Tilta-Trailer, as it's under 1500Kg! Probably be a good Toad with an A-frame.
I suggest you test-drive both before making a decision.
Regards & God bless,
Ray
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Re: gear box differences
A word of warning re CVT.
They only last about 100,000k's before needing a full rebuild, and that is expensive.
I personally would never buy a vehicle with one in it.
If you are thinking about one do some research first - guaranteed you will find many unhappy people with them.
Just my 2c's.
Cheers,
They only last about 100,000k's before needing a full rebuild, and that is expensive.
I personally would never buy a vehicle with one in it.
If you are thinking about one do some research first - guaranteed you will find many unhappy people with them.
Just my 2c's.
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Re: gear box differences
Buy a hybrid, best of all worlds. Seamless drive from standstill to full speed, very economical as far as fuel goes and if you get a plug in hybrid it can drive on electric only. We love our plug in Prius, smooth ride, very rapid acceleration if needed with the combined torque of the twin electric motors and the petrol engine adding to the current supplied by the battery, surprises every one who rides in it and often those that we over take.
There is a great choice of hybrid drive vehicles out there at the moment, to them all for a test drive before you commit to buying another vehicle. Any hybrid can be upgraded to a plug in electric if you find one you really like but lacks the plug in option.
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There is a great choice of hybrid drive vehicles out there at the moment, to them all for a test drive before you commit to buying another vehicle. Any hybrid can be upgraded to a plug in electric if you find one you really like but lacks the plug in option.
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- Dot
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Re: gear box differences
What about the costs/servicing of those hybrid cars?
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