If you could

ronlevine · 02-02-2008, 09:43 AM

If you could go either Supercharged or Turbo, which would you choose and why?

I am wanting to drive the car as a daily driver so streetability is very key. I will also take the car out onto the track on occasion to "blow the bugs out".

I like a smooth, even powerband.

Also, at what level should i consider an EMS and high perf injectors???

Cheers,

gomarlins3 · 02-02-2008, 07:41 PM

You just described the supercharger to a tee.

SC:
Cheaper
Easier to live with
Less tuning involved

Turbo:
More power/ torque
Cooler to look at/have (IMO)

If you can afford it and the car is a toy, go with the turbo.

If money is an issue or your car is a daily driver, go with the SC. I am not saying you can not daily drive a turbo S2000, I am just saying that it is more reliable with a SC (from my personal experience).

cDub · 03-27-2008, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gomarlins3

You just described the supercharger to a tee.

SC:
Cheaper
Easier to live with
Less tuning involved

Turbo:
More power/ torque
Cooler to look at/have (IMO)

If you can afford it and the car is a toy, go with the turbo.

If money is an issue or your car is a daily driver, go with the SC. I am not saying you can not daily drive a turbo S2000, I am just saying that it is more reliable with a SC (from my personal experience).

^ this guy is right, if you like a smooth, even powerband, the supercharger is the right application for you.

Blackdragon · 03-27-2008, 05:48 PM

Its hard to call anything cheap when you are still paying a pretty penny.

Also they are both dd, no one said you have to slam the gas to show off your turbo. So if you've got the money and a shop you can trust to install it and tune it get a turbo. Otherwise SC it.

TheSoundMan21 · 03-27-2008, 07:12 PM

Just add another SC supporter. But like everyone else said if you have the denero go for turbo. But keep in mind turbo LAG.

Sikocivic · 03-27-2008, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheSoundMan21

Just add another SC supporter. But like everyone else said if you have the denero go for turbo. But keep in mind turbo LAG.

If you use a proper size turbo, there is no "turbo lag". I am making boost at 2000rpm.

sonic · 03-27-2008, 08:45 PM

Yeah I think I would rather have a turbo for more power and the awesome sound off the blow-off valve but I guess a SC is more practical for a daily driver.

SilverS2K422 · 03-27-2008, 10:06 PM

S/C, they sound cooler, other than the blowoff valve.

archull · 04-05-2008, 09:35 AM

I personally like a turbo setup although if you are looking just to have a fun daily and you are not looking for alot of power a supercharger is a good alternative. I know from experience that a turbo setup is not cheap. I spent over $9,000 on my turbo setup & supporting mods and that is in just parts without installation fees (I do everything myself) and tunning (that is about another $600)

If you are looking for bragging rights and want to have the power that you want at any time then I suggest you turbo your car. (I would suggest that you go with full-race).

As far as the question about tuning. Anytime you make any modifications to the drive train I really suggest that you have a true tunning solution. And since there is Hondata Kpro out now for the s2k I really strongly suggest that you look into that. It is a great tool. I have it and I absolutely love it on my turbo RSX-S.

02-02-2008, 09:43 AM	#1 (permalink)
ronlevine Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 18	If you could If you could go either Supercharged or Turbo, which would you choose and why? I am wanting to drive the car as a daily driver so streetability is very key. I will also take the car out onto the track on occasion to "blow the bugs out". I like a smooth, even powerband. Also, at what level should i consider an EMS and high perf injectors??? Cheers,

02-02-2008, 07:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
gomarlins3 "Enjoy the drive" Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Kuna Idaho Posts: 2,226	You just described the supercharger to a tee. SC: Cheaper Easier to live with Less tuning involved Turbo: More power/ torque Cooler to look at/have (IMO) If you can afford it and the car is a toy, go with the turbo. If money is an issue or your car is a daily driver, go with the SC. I am not saying you can not daily drive a turbo S2000, I am just saying that it is more reliable with a SC (from my personal experience). __________________ Happiness is a nice road, great weather, and driving the S with Sue in the seat next to me. "Whatever you do, where ever you go, enjoy the drive." I know for a FACT that the last year of production of the S2000 is 2003!!!!! After that, it will be the S2200 under an assumed name.

03-27-2008, 05:48 PM	#4 (permalink)
Blackdragon [黒竜] Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 109	Its hard to call anything cheap when you are still paying a pretty penny. Also they are both dd, no one said you have to slam the gas to show off your turbo. So if you've got the money and a shop you can trust to install it and tune it get a turbo. Otherwise SC it. __________________

03-27-2008, 07:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
TheSoundMan21 Village Pyro Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 813	Just add another SC supporter. But like everyone else said if you have the denero go for turbo. But keep in mind turbo LAG. __________________ If you want to avoid toil, check your God Blessed OIL.

03-27-2008, 08:45 PM	#7 (permalink)
sonic Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Southern MD Posts: 1,005	Yeah I think I would rather have a turbo for more power and the awesome sound off the blow-off valve but I guess a SC is more practical for a daily driver. __________________ GO FAST OR GO HOME

03-27-2008, 10:06 PM	#8 (permalink)
SilverS2K422 SilverS2K Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 511	S/C, they sound cooler, other than the blowoff valve.

04-05-2008, 09:35 AM	#9 (permalink)
archull Boost Junkie Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 19	I personally like a turbo setup although if you are looking just to have a fun daily and you are not looking for alot of power a supercharger is a good alternative. I know from experience that a turbo setup is not cheap. I spent over $9,000 on my turbo setup & supporting mods and that is in just parts without installation fees (I do everything myself) and tunning (that is about another $600) If you are looking for bragging rights and want to have the power that you want at any time then I suggest you turbo your car. (I would suggest that you go with full-race). As far as the question about tuning. Anytime you make any modifications to the drive train I really suggest that you have a true tunning solution. And since there is Hondata Kpro out now for the s2k I really strongly suggest that you look into that. It is a great tool. I have it and I absolutely love it on my turbo RSX-S. __________________ My Car Domain Site Old turbo setup sold, new Peakboost GT3076 turbo setup sitting in my shop, need to put that bitch on My Member Showoff www.sctuned.com AllmightyKseries.com

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