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#204 of 223 What's do difficult about making an electric A/C compressor? by electrictroy

Apr 13, 2005 (11:48 am)

Everyone has them (points to house). I don't see why it's such a big deal.
 
troy

#205 of 223 hybrid in the hot weather by mlo

Apr 13, 2005 (6:00 pm)

So, do you think it would be worth it to buy a hybrid car for the 118 F Vegas weather? Or I would be better off with a regular Accord if I have to run my A/C most of the time?

#206 of 223 HAH vs a soon to be diesel Accord by dewey

Apr 14, 2005 (12:11 pm)

Extra $$ for HAH. Forget it! Not based on the news on the site below!
 
http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=102192
 
When the Accord 2.2 l diesel(hopefully with a manaul tranny) becomes available in N. America(hope it will happen soon) and price slightly more than the Accord i4, I will be among the first on the waiting list.

#207 of 223 Re: hybrid in the hot weather [mlo] by electrictroy

Apr 14, 2005 (12:18 pm)

Replying to: mlo (Apr 13, 2005 6:00 pm)
The Accord's A/C won't add drag to the engine, because it's running off the battery. So you shouldn't see any MPG impact.
 
Insight & Civic... yes, the A/C would increase engine drag & decrease mpg.
 
troy

#208 of 223 Re: COUNTER POINT CULLIGANMAN [railroadjames] [explorerx4] [railroadjames] by cohenfive

Apr 19, 2005 (12:06 pm)

Replying to: midnightcowboy (Mar 09, 2005 7:46 am)
the hah doesn't have a moonroof? what's that all about--structural rigidity issues, weight?

#209 of 223 Re: COUNTER POINT CULLIGANMAN [railroadjames] [explorerx4] [railroadjames] [cohenfive] by nowakj66

Apr 19, 2005 (1:08 pm)

Replying to: cohenfive (Apr 19, 2005 12:06 pm)
I would say weight and cost to Honda is what keeps the moon roof off the HAH. And to have something to add to the 2006 model besides refreshed tail lights.

#210 of 223 Review says "weight" by larsb

Apr 19, 2005 (1:17 pm)

this reviews says it was the weight - Oh My Gosh those Sunroofs are SO HEAVY !!
 
http://info.detnews.com/autosconsumer/autoreviews/index.cfm?id=16693
 
THIS review says elminating the sunroof adds 5% more interior space:
 
http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/reviews/healey/2004-09-23-accord-hybrid_x.htm

#211 of 223 PZEV Vs. Regular Accords by joon

Apr 19, 2005 (3:50 pm)

I read comparisons between the PZEV and HAH. I have not seen one comparing the PZEV with regular Accords? I noticed that the prices are pretty similar (couple of hundred bucks apart). What are the downside (if any) of the PZEV? Thanks.

#212 of 223 PZEV is slightly less efficient regarding MPG in the CIVIC HYBRID by larsb

Apr 19, 2005 (3:58 pm)

I am still looking for Accord Hybrid PZEV specifics, but in the CIVIC HYBRIDS, the AT-PZEV rating makes a minor sacrifice of MPG to achieve greater exhaust cleanliness.
 
"AT-PZEV model mileage range will be lower."

#213 of 223 Review says "weight" or "more interior space" by electrictroy

Apr 20, 2005 (6:49 am)

Replying to: larsb (Apr 19, 2005 1:17 pm)
Weight = doubtful; it's ony 1/2% more weight.. trivial
Interior space = no..... I've got a moonroof, and it doesn't subtract any interior space.
 
How about "aerodynamics"? Having that bump on the roof might increase drag.
 
troy

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