I was wondering if buying a automatic scion compared to a manual scion if there would be a big difference when racing with after market parts such as headers, pulley, cold air intake, exhaust, etc. I know how to drive manual but having a automatic car starter is a big plus in the winter on long island. If there is going to be a big performance difference please let me know thank you all looking forward to hearing what you all have to say.

 

yes.. manual has less tranny loss.

and geared shorter too.

 

dont forget more control over shift points

 

The performance parts you can get are basically the same, there a few exceptions though. in the quarter mile the autos are like a second behind a manual ? maybe a little more

 

The power to the wheels stock is about 10hp higher with the manual. With the mods you listed the difference will be even higher. So, if you're racing with those mods get a stick.

If you really want an auto to race with consider going forced induction - supercharger or turbo. If you have the funds. SC will be around $3K- $3500 more with dealer install. Turbo will be about $4,000+ DIY.

 

Ya i love driving stick my 2 cars i have now are stick they are fun and i like that i have the power to shift. i drove the automatic one today and i like it but im still for the manual is so much better and funner. turbo is down the line let me get basic parts first then worry about spending an arm and a leg lol. You all have been much help thank you all.

 

yea, big difference. the auto is faster (im supercharged). bwahahaha! lol. please don't mind my excitement much. get the auto and supercharge it - warranty rocks and it feels nice.

 

go with the manual. if you wanna put aftermarket parts on and race, manual is the way to go. racin with an automatic just isnt racing to me

 

I also have a supercharged auto...but if you wanna be faster then get a Manual and supercharge it, it'll be much faster!

 

I think auto is 4 speed.
Manual is 5 speed

 

Manuals may be fun to drive, but autos, when F/I, will hold more boost when shifting b/c the engine wont be dropping its RPMs as much. The only thing is the A/T can only handle so much power and you will need an aftermarket piggy back like the emanage ultimate or better to control the shift points on the tranny. ZPI offers internal upgrade work on A/T if you go that route to get you well into the 300+whp range I believe.