sti....but i'm biased working at a subaru performance shop lol

 

If it's a second car, go with the sports car.

If it's a daily driver, go with the AWD performance car.

 

Where's the "neither" choice button? Hmmmm

 

Ok, the funny thing is that you're even asking...

4 months of snow and AWD vs. RWD. Hmmm... that's a tough one, Yoda.

If snow weren't an issue, I wouldn't pick either.

 

this was my choice also.

 

The STi Wagon or Sedan? I actually like the wagon more (I take a LOT of ski trips though)... The STi is available in both forms for 2011.

 

For some reason, the special edition STi is listed as starting at $2k less than the regular STi...

I would definitely have to say I favor the evo as others have said, but it's definitely a personal thing and I'm guessing some of the offers in terms of payments etc are a factor as well.

With snow, it makes sense to get the STi over the 370z. I'd personally still go with the STi over the 370z regardless of snow. It's just an added benefit that you might actually encounter a situation that may require snow. You said it's most likely not an issue, but it's kind of a bonus feature in the event you need it.

 

 

Both are positively hideous but Ill take the STI.

 

I'd take the 370z. I really hate to use the term "ricey", but that's exactly what it is. It just has that look, sound, and fanbase that translates directly to "Young, loud, and obnoxious".

However, speaking from a practical standpoint, the STi would make a much better daily driver. Although it's got power, it's a AWD sedan nontheless which makes it just as practical, if not more, than what most people have as commute cars. The 370z is a true sports car and you're not going to be having fun with it in the four months of snow that you'll be seeing.

I'd have a hard time choosing between the two myself. I'd probably go with the 370z and then dish out some chump change for a clunker to use during the winter season. Good luck.

 

for me the Z but in canada for you the Subi

 

Better aftermarket
Better sound (IMO)
AWD
Seats 4
Doesn't over-heat

Duh, the Scoobie! I really don't like the Z cars from Nissan. A 300ZX and a Porsche Boxter mated to produce the 350Z which then raped a Toyota Celica to create the 370Z. Its just trying too hard. I know the Scoobie isn't the best looking car either but damn.

 

STI is slower than the WRX. Also, the STI motor no longer has sodium filled exhaust valves, stronger rods, or stronger pistons.

Then again, the 370Z has a motor at the utter end of its development cycle, has reliability issues, and not enough room to go to the grocery store.

I'd take the STi but only in hatchback form.

 

I had an 08 STI hatch. Its a nice car, you will certainly feel tq, its practical, makes great sounds for a 4cyl, superb grip on the road in wet/dry/snow, huge aftermarket that you can use to customize the feel and power (and IMO you will need to use it).

I grew out of it and moved to better things but come winter time i always miss it.

Here is one them that i've always admired. Hope the owner doesn't mind me borrowing the pics:

 

Lots of improvement with the 2011 STi. They reworked the suspension and the steering which for me both really sucked 2008 - 2010. I'd take the STi sedan over the 370Z.

 

As far as Japanese sports cars go, I think the STi has probably the best face of them all. First pic that Sephiroth posted is epic. STi pulls off white really well (not something many cars can do). The 2011 sedan looks really good from certain angles. Like the redesigned hatch STi I think it just has to grow on me a bit. But the aftermarket is great, its got AWD, its a pretty reliable car for the most part, the base price is pretty steep but other than that its a great buy for those who live in harsh climates but still want a fast ride. I don't like the new Evo's. They just look goofy and I think the STi has a WAY better interior.

 

STi, easy.

If I was in the market, I would try my best to find an unmolested Evo IX MR Special Edition though.

 

Sti sedan is 3000 cheaper than the hatch I believe (hatch is standard bbs lightweight rims), but I like the looks of the hatch better.

 

evo....

 

evo has a sissy transmission in the top of the line model. it fails.

STi.

 

370z unless I needed 4 wheel drive

 

There are many, many people who consider the last-gen RX-7 to be gorgeous, and the RX-8 to be absolutely bizarre in design. Where you equate a Celica and a 370Z is beyond me, though sometimes people tend to exaggerate things when talking about cars, lol. I find the current Z to be similar in looks to a 911, so there ya go.

 

370 for show - STI for snow