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216 messages, Last post on Aug 10, 2009 at 11:24 AM
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Replying to: bgillette79 (Jun 08, 2009 5:04 am)
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Replying to: fonefixer (Jun 11, 2009 12:00 pm) |
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Got the RDX Tech over a fully loaded CX-7 mainly because I like the styling better, and the RDX is 1 second faster to 60 in the real world, although on paper, they're equally matched and CX-7 has an extra gear, which means the RDX motor is underrated. Not hating on the CX-7 it's a great car, however I think during resale time, the fact that CX-7 ranges from 24k to 33k hurts people who get the fully loaded models more than the people who get the 24k bargain basement models. I always buy my cars fully loaded, and Acura makes it very easy to find the car you want with a single option package. |
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Replying to: bgillette79 (Jun 08, 2009 5:04 am) From the CX-7's transaxle to the rear the driveline is an EXACT duplicate of the Ford Escape, Edge, etc. If you're buying primarily for wintertime AWD capability the CX-7 is a distance second from the RDX's SH-AWD system. |
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Replying to: wwest (Jun 17, 2009 12:43 pm) That is incorrect. First, the Escape is 4WD, not AWD. Second, the Edge uses Ford's in-house built AWD system, similar to a Haldex FWD based AWD system. Mazda uses their own Active Torque-Split AWD, which is also a FWD based AWD system. So, they are similar in design, but they are not the same system. As for resale, yes, the RDX will hold value better, but it also costs almost $4,000 more when comparably equipped. I just took a used 2007 RDX in on trade. It had the tech package. The interior did not hold up well and the leather looked very very worn. There was only 28K on the car. I was highly unimpressed. If I were going the luxury route, I would choose a Lexus over an Acura. Their quality is far superior to the newer Acura's. I know I may ruffle a few feathers here, but, I do not see much of a difference between an Acura and a Honda. They virtually look and feel the same on the inside. I'm not going to pay $35,000-$40,000 for a rebadged Honda. Again folks, this is my opinion. Don't kill me too much!!! As nice as the Mazda CX-7 is (2010 has a much much improved interior, thank God!!!), it is not on par with the quality of the RDX. I hope the 2010 is. Reliability has been really good, outside of the 2007MY bugs, 2008's and 2009's have been excellent!
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Replying to: aviboy97 (Jun 23, 2009 9:34 am) On the other hand if you must consider wintertime adverse roadbed conditions a serious matter in your area the RDX's SH-AWD system will be head and shoulders over and other F/awd system. |
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Replying to: aviboy97 (Jun 23, 2009 9:34 am) Regretably very few of these F/awd systems have the ability to alleviate even a portion of the unsafe driving nature of a base FWD system. Being something of a traditionalist myself I do not like having these new F/awd systems, or even the R/awd systems, referred to as 4WD, which they are NOT..!! The Ford Escape, for instance, only drives the rear driveline under certain specific conditions, and rarely even at the 50% level. The rear driveline is ONLY coupled into the front with moderate to heavy straighline acceleration, or if front wheelspin/slip due to engine torque is detected. Should it be in use the rear driveline is uncoupled INSTANTLY if the brakes are applied, if the stability system is triggered, or as a function of turning radius vs engine torque. Tight turns or turns with high engine torque with the rear driveline engaged would result in driveline windup and subsequent damage. Stability systems cannot be fully functional and ABS not functional at all with the rear driveline engaged. |
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Replying to: wwest (Jun 17, 2009 12:43 pm) 1.) Liked the styling better 2.) Badged as an '07 instead of '06 3.) Front seating was much roomier 4.) Rear seating slightly better 5.) Price was $4000 less. 6.) Resale value....who knows? All cars lose 50% of MSRP in 3 years. 7.) Liked brakes better on the Cx-7. 8.) Engine/fan noise was quieter on Mazda.
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Replying to: fonefixer (Jun 30, 2009 7:15 am)  fonefixer Rear seating entry was narrow and very noticeable and was too expensive for us. I only need the bluetooth, heated seats and mirrors added to our cx-7 w/tech package since we get snow hehe!
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Replying to: pxleak (Jun 30, 2009 10:51 am) |
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