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#967 of 1070 Re: 4x4 vs. 4x2 mpg [aflick2104] by ateixeira Jul 12, 2006 (7:13 am)
Replying to: aflick2104 (Jul 11, 2006 8:40 pm) I don't think so, no. Because the 4X4 adds weight and drag. There's the heft of the extra equipment, not to mention bigger tires (usually) and more aerodynamic drag from a higher stance (in most cases).   -juice
#968 of 1070 Struggle with giving up Chevy Tahoe, for perhaps Toyota Avaolon by mcdaniel4 Jul 12, 2006 (6:57 pm)
I usually ride in my Tahoe by myself, kids are gone from home.Big decision to trade to a car. Haven't had one in years. However, when it costs me 70$ to fill it up, that's a chunk of change. 13city/17hwy. Doesn't change much. 2003 model. I have enjoyed it, but think about the better gas. But where will I put my fishing poles, nightcrawlers and all the extra stuff I always carry?? Decisions, decisions. Any thoughts from someone who has made the move to a car would be appreciated. Replies to this message: blueiedgod (Jul 13, 2006 4:51 am) stevedebi (Jul 13, 2006 1:12 pm) ateixeira (Jul 13, 2006 9:45 am) blueiedgod (Jul 14, 2006 6:59 am) ateixeira (Jul 14, 2006 8:02 am) explorerx4 (Jul 14, 2006 6:11 pm) ateixeira (Jul 17, 2006 11:01 am) brown3 (Jul 24, 2006 9:10 am)
#969 of 1070 Re: Struggle with giving up Chevy Tahoe, for perhaps Toyota Avaolon [mcdaniel4] by blueiedgod Jul 13, 2006 (4:51 am)
Replying to: mcdaniel4 (Jul 12, 2006 6:57 pm) I usually ride in my Tahoe by myself, kids are gone from home.Big decision to trade to a car. Haven't had one in years. However, when it costs me 70$ to fill it up, that's a chunk of change. 13city/17hwy. Doesn't change much. 2003 model. I have enjoyed it, but think about the better gas. But where will I put my fishing poles, nightcrawlers and all the extra stuff I always carry?? Decisions, decisions. Any thoughts from someone who has made the move to a car would be appreciated.   Check out Honda Fit, it has as much room inside as the CR-V (smaller SUV) but gets 38 mpg. Toyota AValon is not much better on gas than the Tahoe. Plus the fishing rods will be a problem with a sedan. You need a hatchback, Fit fits alot of stuff. Replies to this message: stevedebi (Jul 13, 2006 1:12 pm)
#970 of 1070 Re: Struggle with giving up Chevy Tahoe, for perhaps Toyota Avaolon [mcdaniel4] by ateixeira Jul 13, 2006 (9:45 am)
Replying to: mcdaniel4 (Jul 12, 2006 6:57 pm) Avalon's V6 is actually pretty fuel efficient, over 30 mpg on the highway.   But...it is a big change to suddenly go to a FWD sedan. You're giving up the 4WD and the big cargo area.   I'd suggest a good wagon, or even one with AWD. It would be a lot less of a shock for you, and mileage can be be pretty good. Lots of choices - any number of Subarus, the Mazda6, the Passat, some Audis, Saab SportCombi, Benz, BMW, one to fit any price class.   Wagons also have the roof rack, so if it don't fit inside, tie it to the roof!   I've hauled 5 sheets of plywood on top of my Forester, no problem. I get 25mpg and still enjoy AWD.   -juice Replies to this message: blueiedgod (Jul 14, 2006 6:59 am) ateixeira (Jul 14, 2006 8:02 am)
#971 of 1070 Re: Struggle with giving up Chevy Tahoe, for perhaps Toyota Avaolon [blueie by stevedebi Jul 13, 2006 (1:12 pm)
Replying to: blueiedgod (Jul 13, 2006 4:51 am) "Check out Honda Fit, it has as much room inside as the CR-V (smaller SUV) but gets 38 mpg. Toyota AValon is not much better on gas than the Tahoe. Plus the fishing rods will be a problem with a sedan. You need a hatchback, Fit fits alot of stuff."   Don't be ridiculous. The Fit has about 1/3 less room than the CR-V, and WAY less cargo room. I had a CR-V and my mother in law just bought a Fit. Not even close in size. I also suspect that the Fit doesn't have the payload capacity of the CR-V, and AWD isn't offered.   I like the Fit - it is cute and practical. But it is not designed to fulfill the role of an SUV.
#972 of 1070 Re: Struggle with giving up Chevy Tahoe, for perhaps Toyota Avaolon [ateixeira] by blueiedgod Jul 14, 2006 (6:59 am)
Replying to: ateixeira (Jul 13, 2006 9:45 am) He didn't say anything about Tahoe being 4WD. Tahoes come in AWD and RWD form. Replies to this message: ateixeira (Jul 14, 2006 8:02 am)
#973 of 1070 Re: Struggle with giving up Chevy Tahoe, for perhaps Toyota Avaolon [blueiedgod] by ateixeira Jul 14, 2006 (8:02 am)
Replying to: blueiedgod (Jul 14, 2006 6:59 am) Yeah, but then what's the point?   Fit it too radical of a downsizing, I think you'll feel very cramped, even though it is space efficient for its size.   -juice
#974 of 1070 Re: Struggle with giving up Chevy Tahoe, for perhaps Toyota Avaolon [mcdaniel4] by explorerx4 Jul 14, 2006 (6:11 pm)
Replying to: mcdaniel4 (Jul 12, 2006 6:57 pm) you have to figure out how much you drive. can the difference between what you sell the tahoe for and what you buy be justified by gas? just buy a small car to bang around in and keep the tahoe. Replies to this message: ateixeira (Jul 17, 2006 11:01 am)
#975 of 1070 Re: Struggle with giving up Chevy Tahoe, for perhaps Toyota Avaolon [explorerx4] by ateixeira Jul 17, 2006 (11:01 am)
Replying to: explorerx4 (Jul 14, 2006 6:11 pm) A friend traded in a Dodge Ram for a Honda Accord, and he drives a lot of miles (owns 2 properties about 3 hours apart). He said what he saves on gas is almost enough to make the whole car payment!   -juice
#976 of 1070 Re: Struggle with giving up Chevy Tahoe, for perhaps Toyota Avaolon [mcdaniel4] by brown3 Jul 24, 2006 (9:10 am)
Replying to: mcdaniel4 (Jul 12, 2006 6:57 pm) In addition to my new Pathfinder, we also have an '06 Avalon. BIG difference between an SUV and the Avalon.   One reply included the statement:   "Toyota AValon is not much better on gas than the Tahoe"   You wrote you're getting 13 city/17 hwy with your Tahoe. Our Avalon is getting mid to upper 20's overall MPG in what I'd term "hill country suburban" driving. Pure highway is 30+. Judge for yourself if that's "not much better . . . "   Anyway, try and figure in ALL the costs when you're buying a new car . . . in my opinion, seldom will it pay to replace a decent vehicle with a new one just to improve fuel economy, once you figure in the additional cost, lost interest on your money, etc.

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