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MG ZR Super 1600 Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2009-07-09 21:53	Essentially a tuned up Rover 200-series, this little pocket rocket is considered a good advantage over the VW Polo. It's a lot faster off the line than the other basic 2WDs, but, the gearbox could use taller gears through 4th and 6th, I have to say though, a tough little car, very quick, and respectably fast - good choice once it becomes unlocked.
Land-Rover Freelander Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2009-07-09 21:49	Well, brownxjs that may be, but, you have to admit, once unlocked it is such a nice ride. The Pajero is fun but feels constantly lairy all the time, never really sitting down and taking a moment, the Land Rover on the Other hand is a relaxing Sunday drive, my preferred 4x4.
Lancia Stratos Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2009-07-09 21:47	Next to the Ford Sierra Cosworth, the Lancia Stratos has to be my fave. This is the only car too that will take jumps very well, literally flying over them. The engine is the Ferrari Dino V6, and mated with a great 5 spd gearbox make this RWD a joy. One can appreciate why it did so well in the Rallying circuits. Takes a little getting used to initially, but, when the car is setup correctly, it will prove to be a very easy car to handle. Not as at home on Gravel as some RWDs, but, loves Tarmac.
Ford Focus WRC Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2009-07-09 21:44	Claimed to be the "point and click" of Rally cars. At first one wouldn't think such a monicker would apply, but, after a few races with this Focus, it becomes readily believable. It's a lot of fun to drive, it does love being pushed and when setup correctly will reward you everytime for your efforts. There's something though, almost all the Group A rally cars seem to have this crutch, delicate - Ford claims to have reinforced the body using more weld points than the standard car ever would need, but, that strengthening never seems apparent. The Focus seems to do extremely well on Tarmac and has fantastic top end speeds, and enjoys being bounced around on Gravel.
Ford Escort Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2009-07-09 21:40	..oops, Mk 1 - all appologies.
Ford Escort Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2009-07-09 21:40	The classic Mk 2 Escort, what's not to love? - I'm glad this car has a lot of stages for itself to Rally with, and with 210 Hp and RWD it can be a really nice car to drive, that said, one more gear in the Gearbox could be appreciated, but, the car does have acceptable top end speed, and with the Gearbox setup correctly, acceleration is quite good, there's only one thing to remember, despite what it is, as a RWD you do need to be careful opening the taps on hairpins and other tight bends, while spinning the rear wheels is fun, the amount of opposite lock won't be enough to save you from the car losing control.
Citroën Xsara WRC Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2009-07-09 21:36	With 310 Hp on tap, the Citroen Xsara has the other Group A rally cars topped, and those extra 10 horses show their value on Tarmac sections. This car loves gravel and the right setup makes it a very enjoyable car to Rally. That said, like the Mitsubishi, it can give the impression of being a delicate car, but, that all depends on your setup.
Alfa Romeo GTV Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	SizSkiizd 2009-04-02 09:20	I love this car
Ford Fiesta Super 1600 Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	VanMan629 2009-01-24 20:05	I agree with Murf32, it's a very nice car, it 's light and it's handling for me is just brilliant. I would be happy to take that to any rally on any day. It's that good a car, and not only is it good on mud, I find it very good on any sort of terrain.
Renault Clio V6 Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-21 07:53	For the only RWD of the 3 2WD Super Class cars, and that it does sound like the Mitsubishi Pajero, this car is alot of fun to drive, and, is very quick once it gets going. Acceleration is quite good and control from the mid-engined V6 and 6-spd manual is a fine layout, and makes for one of the better of the 2WD Supers. This car doesn't (at least in the game anyway) suffer from the awful turn circle that the car was supposedly known for, but, that's something that the player can adjust. Good power - 255 Hp, from a 3.0L V6.
Morris Mini Cooper S Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-21 07:47	By far the sweetest Rally car in the game. It's suggested that it be used for getting familiar with the stages in each of the maps. I still believe that this car should have had it's own challenge stage, or at the very least a proper Rally setup to race it with, after all, it was raced in rally circuits and did exceptionally well. A hoot to drive, even if it doesn't have the biggest engine - 1275CCs, nearly a 1.3L and giving 100Hp, with a 4-Spd manual, the car makes the stages a little long, and a little dull as the car is stiff, and a little hard to make mistakes with.
Peugeot 206 WRC Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-21 07:42	I love this car!, the Peugot 206 made me smile when I first laid eyes on it, and I always cheered it on when it was bombing around in WRC circuits. When CMR5 gave me the option to drive it, that smile always appears. In fact, this car makes me feel so giddy, that I get disappointed when the stages end. This car really is that much fun to drive. It supposedly uses the drivetrain from the old 205 T16 Group B rally car. Only this time, the fire breathing bull that came from beneath that car has been subdued...but, only a little. The 206 still demands respect, but, will make sure that it gets you to the finish with a great time. It's supposed to be boring to watch as the AWD system is so clever to prevent wheel spin, but, not in the game as doing drifts and 90 degree wheel spining turns is what makes this car sooo much fun. Highly recommended when it gets unlocked.
Lancia 037 Rally Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-21 07:36	Technically a Group B Rally car, I was suprised to not find it in the group with the other Group B cars. The Lancia 037 is too, in a class of it's own, the only car that is Supercharged. That's a good and a bad thing, while the Supercharger provides players with immediate power (as befits a Supercharger), the 325Hp doesn't seem like alot, but, the car isn't heavy, and because of this, this car can be a handful, don't be suprised if you find yourself using the brakes in conjunction with the transmission/engine to help slow down this monster. Still, a fun car, good too when it's properly setup.
Ford RS200 Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-21 07:31	A car that one can take or leave, the small 1.8L Turbo 4 cylinder engine is supremely powerful, 450Hp!!, combined this with less than perfect brakes at first, the player is forced to really work hard with the Group B cars, and while this is probably the slightly more forgiving of the 4, the Audi being just the most bonkers of the lot, the Ford RS200 is a good Group B car to drive. Tall?, yes, but, can I suggest that lowering it enough helps the jitteriness and sporatic volcanic acceleration of the car.
Ford Escort RS Cosworth Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-21 07:27	A beaut. The reason why anyone wouldn't want to drive this car in the game would be beyond me. Even without the upgrades, the engine, and other upgradeable parts still make this car seem quite capable all on it's own. The 2.0L in 4 produces 300Hp and is Turbocharged, so, it's practically in the same power league as the Group A cars, and the weight is again the same, 1230Kgs. Once it is armed with her upgrades, it is a delightful car to drive. Very competent, very sure of itself and very confident, never feels quick, but, the acceleration is quite good.
Ford Fiesta Super 1600 Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-21 07:21	Really nice 2WD car, I don't like the nasty wheel hop that occurs when the throttle is mashed. The tach needle seems like it wants to do a 360 rotation of the dial. But, it is the more powerful of the 2WD cars in the FWD class, its 2.0L in line 4 cylinder engine burps out 220Hp. The fact that it's not the heaviest also helps, but, don't let that fact put you behind the wheel too quickly, it takes time to get to speed, the other 2WD cars get to their respective high speeds quicker than this car can, but, it is very sure of itself.
Citroën Saxo Super 1600 Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-21 07:14	One of the more enjoyable 2WD Group N Rally Cars. Naturally, the 5th and 6th gears of the car seem a little close, I would have loved a little more in the way of RPMs between the two. Nevertheless, while acceleration is really nothing to write home about, once the car gets going, it's a whole lot of fun. Naturally aspirated 1.6L 4 Cylinder engine that produces a healthy 210Hp.
Alfa Romeo GTV Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-21 07:10	Not the most powerful of the RWD Rally Cars, this one has to have the near 2.0L 4 Cylinder Turbocharged engine, and puts roughly 150Hp to the rear wheels. There are times when it likes being pushed, provided you set it up just right. But, here's a problem, there's not much in the way of an aero pak to keep the car on the ground, so, even with not much Hp, the rear end WILL go all over the place and the car literally WILL turn into itself if you're not careful.
MG Metro 6R4 Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-19 23:21	This car is insane. The 6-spd manual transmission is clearly insufficient. A 10-spd manual is what it needs. Set this car high up on the Gearbox meter. Anything lower for ratios is pointless. Great little car though, again a good choice in the Group B, pitty that the Renault wasn't along for the run.
MG C Sebring Special Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-19 23:19	Absolutely delightful car to drive, I say that there should have been a little more to the racing of this car than simply 4-6 stages. One of the nicest RWDs in the game.
Lancia Delta Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-19 23:18	Virtually impossible to break it's suspension upgrades, as the frame is so stiff, but, once done, for this class it is the most powerful and very, very good. Not the quickest, but, given that it does have the aerodynamic properties of a brick, well, what do you expect?
Ford Sierra Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-19 23:17	Combined with the Ford Escort's similar Turbocharged 4 Cylinder engine, this RWD Cosworth Sierra is the most stable of the RWD cars in the game. More powerful than the Alfa Romeo, not as good for jumps as the Lancia Stratos, far less nervous/jittery than the Lancia 037, this is the RWD car you do want to drive alot in this game.
Alfa Romeo 147 Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-19 23:14	Has to be one of the best 2WD cars in the game.
Volkswagen Golf Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-19 23:12	Volkswagen Golf R32. Nervous car sometimes, 2nd best compared to the Audi, and quicker than the Beetle. Again, all share the same drivetrain (FE/AWD) have the same 3.2L V6 and the same AWD system, and, the same 6-spd manual.
Audi A3 Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-19 23:10	By contrast to the Audi Quattro Sport, this is the far more stable of the cars in the game. Part of the Group A Rally car selection. The low revving 3.2L V6 is sooo nice. Along with the really nice 6-spd transmission and lovely AWD, it's alot better than the R32 Golf, and the Volkwagen Beetle Cup RSi. The last of the 2 mentioned all shared the same drivetrain and engine, but, the Audi is the best of the 3. Go figure.
Audi Sport quattro S1 Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-19 23:07	The maddest group B rally car in the game. By contrast, the Ford RS-200 is tied with the Peugot 205 as being the more controllable or stable cars. Adjusting the gearbox to the higher ratio makes this car easier to drive. Being a Group B Rally Car, it is "the" most powerful with its Turbocharged 5 cylinder engine and 6-spd manual and AWD.
Nissan Pickup Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Murf32 2008-09-19 23:03	Great rallying subject, the only problem with it is that it's the last vehicle to unlock, and, once done you have nothing to race it in!!, what idiot thought that was a good idea??. Great truck though, V6 Natural Aspiration, 6-spd manual, 4x4.
Alfa Romeo GTV Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	Neon 2008-01-02 14:34	1981
Land-Rover Freelander Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	brownxjs 2007-07-29 20:40	you spend ages trying to unlock this!!
Alfa Romeo GTV Colin McRae Rally 2005 (2004)	DIEHARD 2007-01-29 17:05	Just 'GTV'

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