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#2244 of 2432 Re: 2009 Fit mileage variances? [fgeney] by dawsonmp Sep 17, 2008 (9:28 am)
Replying to: fgeney (Sep 16, 2008 6:25 am) I wish the Fit had a sixth gear, even if was locked out until above 70 mph. The Sport model mileage is less than the base model because of the "aero pkg" which isn't really aero, it's just "looks cool" aerodynamic. Spoilers and ground effects don't help mpg and the Sport is also a bit heavier as it has more amenities. The tires are also 20 mm wider and flatter (55's instead of 65's) on the '07 and '08 which increases rolling resistance.
#2245 of 2432 Re: Real World MPG Report [thegraduate] by dawsonmp Sep 17, 2008 (9:48 am)
Replying to: thegraduate (Sep 17, 2008 9:24 am) Fast is subjective until it's measured. Tell me what available, under $20K, car is faster in a 1/4 mile magazine published test that is capable of getting better average fuel economy than the Fit? That would be faster than 16.7 seconds 81mph with 38 mpg economy (Car & Driver May '06)?   I'll tell you some that can't hang - Caliber SE, Accent GLS, Kia Rio 5, Versa, Suzuki Reno, and Yaris. Replies to this message: bamacar (Sep 18, 2008 7:27 am)
#2246 of 2432 Re: Real World MPG Report [thegraduate] by dawsonmp Sep 17, 2008 (10:04 am)
Replying to: thegraduate (Sep 17, 2008 9:24 am) Your old Accord may FEEL fast but here it is:   2888 lbs./130 HP Accord = 22.22 lbs./HP (Edmunds data)   2432 lbs./109 HP Fit = 22.31 lbs/HP   Pretty even. Yea my old Accord LX Coupe Automatic felt pretty fast until I got beat by a 4.0L Ford Ranger.   As far as fast goes, I used to think 10 second cars were fast until I saw 6 second ones (at the track, of course). Then the 10 second ones looked like traffic going by on the highway. Subjective. Replies to this message: thegraduate (Sep 17, 2008 10:15 am)
#2247 of 2432 Re: Real World MPG Report [dawsonmp] by thegraduate Sep 17, 2008 (10:15 am)
Replying to: dawsonmp (Sep 17, 2008 10:04 am) You ignored the torque numbers though. My Accord has 139 lb-ft (20.77lbs per lb-ft). The old Fit you refernece has 105 lb-ft (23.16lbs per lb-ft).   Around town, my Accord feels much peppier because of the available torque. To be fair, I know my Accord isn't fast. On an open road with a 65 MPH limit and a red light I actually did a standing start timed 0-60 run; it did it in 9.9 seconds (about 1.5s faster than the old Fit). Not a big deal since neither car is going to be raced.   And before you ask; no, I'm not a race-car type driver. I'm usually right at 5 MPH over the limit, and keep it under 3k RPM in town. That was a rare instance for me! .   Anyway, I've taken us far enough off-topic, and I apologize!   TheGrad
#2248 of 2432 Re: Real World MPG Report [dawsonmp] by bamacar Sep 18, 2008 (7:27 am)
Replying to: dawsonmp (Sep 17, 2008 9:48 am) The test you referenced is about the only one with those results. In about all other published tests, the Toyota Yaris is faster and has better fuel economy than the Fit.   Interior quality, flexibility, and handling are clearly in the Fit's favor though. If acceleration and economy are the only factors then Yaris clearly beats the Fit at least with the 2007-08 models. See the Motor Trend comparison of the 07 Fit, Yaris, and Versa for just one example.   I haven't seen a direct comparison of 0-60 and quarter miles times between the 08 and 09 Fit.
#2249 of 2432 Re: dash [fitman548] by xcentrick Sep 19, 2008 (1:45 pm)
Replying to: fitman548 (Aug 27, 2008 11:21 am) fitman548, "Honda Fit Noise - wind, rattles" #50, 29 Dec 2006 9:44 am#49   Then go to msg #53.
#2250 of 2432 08 Versa by g35john Sep 22, 2008 (10:03 am)
For what its worth, the vesa gets 33-35 MPG mixed driving and is larger and more comfertable than fit/Yaris (For me anyway 6'-3" 260lbs). And from what I can tell its just as flexable with its interior layouts other than its rear seats not folding flat. (really no big deal). Replies to this message: kipk (Sep 23, 2008 5:57 am) bobw3 (Sep 23, 2008 2:01 pm) kipk (Sep 24, 2008 12:06 am) thegraduate (Sep 24, 2008 6:15 am) bobw3 (Sep 25, 2008 5:23 am)
#2251 of 2432 Re: 08 Versa [g35john] by kipk Sep 23, 2008 (5:57 am)
Replying to: g35john (Sep 22, 2008 10:03 am) That rear seat sticking up in the air across the cargo area (even when folded) is a big deal for folks that might want to slide in something that needs to sit flat, such as a dog crate, Bags of feed, and so forth.   Versa does have more room for rear seat passengers, but definitely not as versitale as some others. Mileage for the Versa, according to those reporting on http://www.fueleconomy.gov/ , is 25.6-30.7 average combined for AT. The Fit is 29.9-31.9 mpg average combined for AT. Not enough difference to get excited about, but still a difference.   For car poolers, the Versa might be a better choice. For utility it is not.   Kip
#2252 of 2432 Re: 08 Versa [g35john] by bobw3 Sep 23, 2008 (2:01 pm)
Replying to: g35john (Sep 22, 2008 10:03 am) I wonder about the overall long-term reliability of the Versa as compared to the Fit? Replies to this message: kipk (Sep 24, 2008 12:06 am) thegraduate (Sep 24, 2008 6:15 am) bobw3 (Sep 25, 2008 5:23 am)
#2253 of 2432 Re: 08 Versa [bobw3] by kipk Sep 24, 2008 (12:06 am)
Replying to: bobw3 (Sep 23, 2008 2:01 pm) Nissan seems to build a good vehicle. Our 95 Maxima was trouble free, but that was only for 75K miles. Traded it for the 03 CR-V for more utility. A friend has a late 90s Maxima with a ton of miles, and it seems to be pretty much trouble free also.   Actually had more recalls and minor problems with each of our 2 Hondas than with the Maxima.   Kip

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