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Mazda 5 vs Kia Rondo

799 messages,  Last post on Nov 08, 2009 at 11:30 AM

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What is this discussion about? Mazda MAZDA5, Kia Rondo, Car Comparisons, Car Buying, Wagon


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Re: So anything exciting happened here lately? [nissmazlover] by bobw3
Jun 19, 2008 (8:40 am)
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Jun 19, 2008 8:30 am)

No, I don't own a Mazda5...just looking. I was thinking about it 3 1/2 years ago when it first came out, but when I needed to buy in Feb'05, the Mazda5 wasn't out, so I bought a Ford Freestyle. Down the road when it comes time to replace the FS I'll probably go for something a litle smaller, since after our two kids are out of diapers and strollers, I won't need so much space in the car. Plus I want to get something more fuel efficient.
 
Our small car is a Honda Fit, so I'm looking at cars like a Honda Fit with 3 rows and there aren't many out there...at least not yet! I think Honda and Toyota will bring to the US one of their compact 3 row cars like the Honda Stream sometime in the future, so that will be good competition for this sector. Until then, I agree that the Mazda5 is the better of the two vehicles, but maybe not in such an extreme way as you
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Re: So anything exciting happened here lately? [bobw3] by nissmazlover
Jun 19, 2008 (9:19 am)
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Replying to: bobw3 (Jun 19, 2008 8:40 am)

What can I say? I'm passionate.
 
A three row Fit would be cool!
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Ohhhkay.... by KarenS HOST
Jun 19, 2008 (9:49 am)
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I think we are all well aware of who likes what. If this discussion is just going to continue to be a "neener, neener, mine is better than yours and you're stupid not to admit it."...well, it is no longer a comparison about the vehicles and no longer useful to anyone considering the two.
 
If you own a Mazda5, I encourage you to post in this discussion:
Mazda5 Owners: Give us your report!.
 
A new discussion created for Rondo owners: Kia Rondo Owner Reports
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Re: Ohhhkay.... [KarenS] by maltb
Jun 19, 2008 (10:35 am)
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Replying to: KarenS (Jun 19, 2008 9:49 am)

Karen, which one do you think is better?
 
 
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Re: Ohhhkay.... [maltb] by KarenS HOST
Jun 19, 2008 (10:50 am)
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Replying to: maltb (Jun 19, 2008 10:35 am)

Oh, you've been around long enough to know that I am biased. In fact, I believe I've been accused of loving or hating every make/model created simply because of my attempts to keep a discussion on topic and civil.
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Re: So anything exciting happened here lately? [nissmazlover] by conwelpic
Jun 19, 2008 (11:52 am)
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Jun 19, 2008 8:26 am)

It still doesn't change the fact that, in general, the 5 is a better car. Period. ..........Better car than the M5? Definitely not, regardless of your criteria or preference.
 
I understand what you are trying to say, but so far its just perceived, where is your proof other than your own observations and other M5 owners that it is "the better car"
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Re: So anything exciting happened here lately? [conwelpic] by nissmazlover
Jun 19, 2008 (12:54 pm)
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Replying to: conwelpic (Jun 19, 2008 11:52 am)

Where is the proof than an Angus hamburger is better than a White Castle hamburger?
 
In addition to common sense when actually driving/comparing the two, there exist professional reviews in which automotive journalists laud the 5 over Rondo. Many where they "by the way" mention the Rondo as another alternative to the 5, but the 5 remains their first choice in this very limited genre. I guess Edmunds is just gonna have to do a comparison test between the two and it'll settle it.
 
Alright, Karen, end of subject for me. I was under the impression that in a Mazda5 VS. Kia Rondo forum a Mazda 5 owner would actually be able to express his opinions as to why the 5 is better than a Rondo. Would make sense. Otherwise, why even have such a forum? Why not just have Rondo specific forums and Mazda 5 specific forums and leave it at that? Why even have a VS forum where opposing views aren't allowed? I digress.
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Re: So anything exciting happened here lately? [nissmazlover] by bgw
Jun 19, 2008 (1:41 pm)
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Jun 19, 2008 8:26 am)

Nissmazlover states" Just because you bought the Rondo and it fits your criteria and you consider it better for you, it doesn't automatically make it a better car than the 5. It just isn't, and you can't accept it. OF COURSE you think the Rondo is a better car for YOU. YOU made the decision to buy it! It still doesn't change the fact that, in general, the 5 is a better car. Period. "
 
Good Lord, the M5 is a better car than the Rondo? Yes, I bought it and yes, it is a better car for me. But the M5 is NOT a better car than the Rondo.
 
You, sir, are not using reasoning. I am not absolutely sure that you know what reasoning is! You are simply shouting down those of us who have a differing opinion than you.
 
Tell me, empirically, how the M5 is a better car than the Rondo. Don't give us your opinions about how you feel it rides, drives, etc. That's your opinion, not reasoning.
 
Who gave you the ability to decide what is better and what is not? I don't hear any other M5 owners ranting about how other cars are lesser vehicles. I take your point about 80's Excels vs Corollas, but I had a 1991 Civic Si that was the worst car I have ever owned. Absolute garbage.
 
Nissmazlover states "Better car than the M5? Definitely not, regardless of your criteria or preference." Hmm, regardless of my criteria or preference? But obviously not regardless of yours, eh?
 
As for Rondo vs M5, you cannot empirically say the Rondo is better or the M5 is better. They are too close in all respects.
 
Anyway, KarenS, I give up on trying to talk sense with this fellow, as I am only going to be shouted down again. My points were simply that the Rondo is a better choice for some people and that the M5 is a better choice for some people, and then this egomaniac called Nissmazlover tries to shove HIS opinions down our throats without a care for OUR opinions. And he has the gall to complain that his opinions are not being heard? Egad.
 
Yes, let's gets back to sane, sensible discussions about the vehicles, not how some of us are delusional for buying a solid, sensible, economical and enjoyable car to meet our needs. God, how could we ever actually do something stupid like that?
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LOL by coolmazda5
Jun 19, 2008 (4:48 pm)
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The replies and the opinions get longer and longer, The interweb is funny...
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Re: LOL [coolmazda5] by andydico
Jun 20, 2008 (5:14 pm)
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Replying to: coolmazda5 (Jun 19, 2008 4:48 pm)

I Love my 07 Mazda5... Enough said! hehe

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