Was wondering if there are differences as far as ratios, shift points etc between a ex auto tranny and dx auto tranny? Was planning on getting a d16z6 n just keeping my auto tranny unless the ex auto tranny will be useful.

 

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O my bad lol so anyone have any insights?

 

The gearing.

 

Really? In an auto format. Just to be clear I'm aware in the manual format the ex/si is better.

 

longer gearing dx...more powerband ex.

 

why waste time on an automatic?....

 

Yes, there are differences. The EX transmission is made to pick up faster, while the DX transmission gearing is made to be more power conservative.

 

They're different enough that they'll throw a CEL if you put the EX auto in a DX and vice-versa with the stock ECUs.

 

Yep, ask me how I know...

Also, at least as far as the '92 - '95s were concerned, the DX was geared lower than the EX, just the opposite of the manual transmissions the reason being the EX/Si engine had enough power to cruise at a lower RPM and not lug.