because the VTC isn't active at those RPMs (if memory serves). But that doesn't change the fact that the powerband is narrower without it, and OBDII is more of a hassle. Bottom line is that 96 models are less desirable as a result.
"When you say this, will you be surprised if your arguments seem to move about instead of staying put? And will you accuse me of being Daedalus who makes them move, though you are yourself much more skillful than Daedalus and make them go around in a circle? Or do you not realize that our argument has moved around and come again to the same place? [...] Or do you not remember?" - Socrates
