[denverpete]

Thanks Jim! See, that's the kind of insight I was looking for!

I agree that the "shot boost" has limited appeal to me - but maybe not to others.

I too am not the biggest fan of forced induction for the reasons you listed. I remember test driving a Volvo S60R not too long ago (all wheel drive, comfortable, a bit sporty). I have to admit I was pretty embarassed by my driving. I would hit the boost point and suddenly throw myself and the dealer back into our seats. All on or all off. I'm sure with experience I could have mitigated that effect, but it was a major turn off at the time.