tiptronicS final drive into 5 speed manual

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Originally Posted by Focusyn

I didn't do the math on your numbers, but I know my 2000 base 5spd gets to the limiter just above 70mph in 2nd gear, and that is because of my 19" rims. According to my owner's manual, the 2000 base and S-models have the same top gear size and final if i'm not mistaken. The S model has about 10mph more top speed at the same RPM, due to the 1" increase from 16" stock rims on the Base to 17" stock rims on the S. Gearing being equal, the larger the wheel diameter, the higher the top end speed but the lower the low-end torque because you have to overcome more inertia.

Not exactly true here. Each of these wheel sizes carries a different tire sidewall so the final diameter is essentially the same (25") whether you are on 16,17,18, or 19" wheels.

There are a few competition tires that have a smaller sidewall in 16" but they won't fit over his "S" brakes in front.