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Honda Accord vs. Toyota Camry vs. Volkswagen Passat

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What is this discussion about? Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Volkswagen Passat, Sedan

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#10 of 1839 . by hondabro98

Aug 07, 1999 (4:07 am)

VW has the WORST bumper to bumper warranty in the world: 2 years!!!!!! As many have pointed out, VW's main problems are electrical (not covered by the 10 year powertrain warranty). If VW was so confident about its cars, they would offer a 10 year bumper to bumper warranty.


As for Accord's transmission.... I have experienced a similar "problem" with the hesitation. It only happened when I floored the car from a stoplight. It felt like the transmission slipped into Neutral for a sec. I had to lift my foot off the accelerator for a sec and then it was fine. I was hesitant to try jack rabbit starts again, because it reminded me that Accords are NOT a sports car and must be handled gently. On the other hand, my Lexus GS was built for the very thing Accord wasn't.

#11 of 1839 Transmission Problems by hiflyer

Aug 07, 1999 (5:35 am)

The transmission in my former '94 Integra shook the entire car when shifted into reverse. It was all right once underway, but still didn't shift as well as I liked on a number of occasions. The dealer passed it off as being typical. Probably the worst thing about that car.

#12 of 1839 Hate to bring up other cars, but... by sv1

Aug 07, 1999 (5:57 am)

I just test drove the 4 cylinder Galant. I think you should to. 4 years/0% financing means you'll save a couple thousand of the bat compared to the Camry or Accord. And, believe it or not, you'll swear you're driving a 6.


The brakes are horrible, though. Otherwise, great car. Very quiet, very smooth. Great engine/transmission. Plenty of power. (Talking about the 4.) Definetely worth checking out.


I was offered about $17.4K with the 0% financing. So, to give you an idea, the Galant ES will cost you about $17.5K.


There's a $1250 rebate, but then no financing. If you choose to take the rebate in lieu of the financing, cost goes down to $16,250. Pretty good value.


Plus, you're buying Japanese, just incase you have problems with American cars. (I don't. I just bought one today.)

#13 of 1839 . by sv1

Aug 07, 1999 (5:59 am)

I should say, "to give you an idea, the Galant should cost you about $17.5K max." Unless it was sitting on the lot for long.

#14 of 1839 . by hondabro98

Aug 07, 1999 (7:10 am)

Why buy an inferior Jap car like the Galant for $17,500, when you can buy the best mid-size Jap car like the Accord LX automatic for $15,900?

#15 of 1839 . by hondabro98

Aug 07, 1999 (7:17 am)

hyflier,


  I had a '95 Integra and NEVER had the problem you described. The only transmission problem I could notice was during acceleration: when I lift my foot off gas then depress it again, there would be a huge hesitation. But that seem typical as other owners have said the same thing.

#16 of 1839 . by sv1

Aug 07, 1999 (2:35 pm)

KYBOAR-PROBLMS


you-kan-not-buy-an-akor-for-15.9k.

#17 of 1839 hondabro98 by hiflyer

Aug 07, 1999 (3:51 pm)

Well just accept the fact that it ALWAYS did in my case (re: post #10). That year the Civics were recalled for transmission problems. I suspected the same problem with my Integra, but Acura refused to acknowledge such a thing.

#18 of 1839 passat13 by passat13

Aug 07, 1999 (10:47 pm)

I drove an 88' legend I had a problem with the transmission jerking everytime it would shift gears(auto). Then I bought a 93' Legend and it had the same problem. I spoke to the dealer and he told me that all Hondas and Acuras have that problem after they reach a certain mileage. I would definitely go with the VW. That's what I will be purchasing in about 1 week.

#19 of 1839 Toyota Camry: 4 vs. 6; traction control by claudial

Aug 08, 1999 (3:30 am)

OK, I read enough about the Honda's transmission problems and the Passat's electrical problems to convince me to go with the Camry. Two questions:


1. I'm getting an automatic. I test drove the 4 cyl and it felt fine. Am I missing something and would I regret not getting the 6 cyl?


2. What is traction control and do I want it?


Thanks.

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