> I'm a newbie so don't hurt me. I'm (I think) in the market >for a 95-96 EV camper, but I'm tempted to take the plunge and go for >a new 97. In my attempt to do an analysis, I have the following >questions: > There was no '96, so its either the '95 Audi 5 or the '97 VR6. >1) Does the VR6 with the (must have) automatic still feel substantialy >stronger than the audi 5 with a 5 speed? > Can't answer this one from experience. Have to get into the dealer some weekend and see for myself, just out of curiosity. >2) Is the "low speed traction control" a new feature with the 97? > Yes. >3) Does it work substantially better in snow? > I don't know. I've talked to auto-geeks about ABS and Traction Control and they like to point out that ABS at least causes problems at low-speed in snow. (The reason is you cannot do that "snow plow" effect of locking the wheels and sliding to a stop - which *is* effective at *low* speeds.) Generally Traction Control works by braking the spinning wheel individually, forcing power to go to the other wheel. I've seen test reports that indicate its quite stunning - at least when driving on plastic wetted down with soap! I remain skeptical. >4) Any other noticable differences between 96 and 97? > Well, a slightly used '95 is available (in Seattle at least) for around $27-$28K. A new '97 costs $34K-$35K. A rear heater (for use while driving) and a different way to fasten the removable seat down. Oh yeah, and dual air bags ( how could I forget these timely devices!) Other than that, it looks pretty much the same. Oh, the '97 has white bumpers and it says "Winnebago" on top. Yuk. -rick
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