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120 messages, Last post on Feb 10, 2008 at 1:30 PM
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Replying to: bruneau1 (Jan 28, 2007 11:57 am) It is a shame though that these vehicles are getting heavier and heavier, but I guess that use of lighter weight materials such as aluminum would make the car way too expensive for its chosen market.
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Replying to: explorerx4 (Jan 27, 2007 9:42 pm) Do you really need your eyes to tell you if your heated seat is on? Are your pants that thick? Mark.
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Replying to: mschmal (Jan 29, 2007 12:23 pm) We're talking about remote start capabilities. It would be nice to know your seats are heating in your remotely started car when you are having your morning coffee at 6am and it is -5F and pitch black before leaving the house and driving to work... |
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Replying to: otis12 (Jan 27, 2007 7:09 am) Do you know that the 08 will be unveiled for certain at Chicago, as the Freestyle is not listed as being a production debut a Chicago, whereas the 08 Five Hundred is. The Freestyle is lumped in with the usual production cars. At this time, it does not look like Ford will show it. Perhaps they are waiting for New York?
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Replying to: kjnorman (Jan 29, 2007 1:50 pm) 1. Aluminum roof -- lowers the center of gravity. 2. Selectable 2WD/AWD/locked -- Allows the driver to keep it in 2WD in the summer-time and clear weather, which is 99% of the time, preventing MPG losses from AWD. 3. Outlander's 3.0L engine: variable valve timing 4. Stability control -- also known as "anti-skid". Why can't Ford blow away the competition with these features, as I love my Freestyle already, but it could be a world-beater with a few quality goodies.
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Replying to: kjnorman (Jan 29, 2007 6:38 am) |
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Replying to: coldcranker (Jan 30, 2007 7:20 pm) One should note that the FreeStyle AWD does not need to be selected - it engages when needed (even in the summer during unexpected events like gravel). Which system is preferable is a decision that each buyer needs to make. The Outlander has not been rated for rollover since 2002, when it got two stars. I don't know why the newer models have not been tested. The Freestyle gets 4 stars - it is not top heavy at all, and I don't think it particularly needs stability control.
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Don't even go there man. The Freestyle is based on a Volvo platform that is way way more expensive than the outlander. The Freestyle has a AWD system that makes the Outlanders look like something from a 69 Jeep CJ. The Outlander does not offer a CVT or 6speed auto. The Freestyle is one of the highest rated vehicles in front offset and side impact tests. The Freestyle is the first vehicle tested for side impact by NHTSA that scored FIVE STARS WITHOUT the then optional side airbags. The Freestyle 3 row is much roomier. The Freestyle has a better record of reliability and resale. Just check CR. Mark.
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Replying to: stevedebi (Jan 30, 2007 10:55 pm) Aluminim roof - I dunno - how it handle rollovers or hail? Just had my FS roof replaced due to hail - whats cost of an aluminum roof?
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Replying to: mschmal (Jan 31, 2007 5:12 am) In considering possible new Freestyle features, are you confusing the Land Rover Freelander with the Mitsu Outlander? Or maybe an earlier model year Outlander? The 2007 Outlander has a 6-speed auto and an electronic-clutch AWD system. Others might be confused about the selectable 2WDonly/AWD/locked feature, too, as its 2WD setting is merely there for greater fuel economy, a feature the FreestyleAWD needs. Otherwise, people can select an automatic AWD for everyday driving, and the locked feature for getting out of a ditch or other slow-speed up-hill rare needs. And, those wondering about the value of an aluminum roof and stability control (in any kind of vehicle) should understand that any car/SUV/CUV can skid, and any can benefit (handling) from a lower center of gravity which the lighter, but equal strength, aluminum provides. Maybe the point here is that the aluminum roof is more structurally efficient, meaning it is just as strong as an all-steel roof but lighter in mass, a good thing.
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