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Replying to: guelerct (May 11, 2007 3:51 am) So, how do you like the RDX? What's the feature you like the most? Later, Vince. |
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Replying to: vbbuilt (May 11, 2007 3:31 am) There has been a lot of chatter on the net about Mazda re engineering the engine to run on regular, with no issue of preignition. What exactly they are doing? I do not know, I am not an engineer. Has Mazda officially announced this? No. But there has been loads of talk about it. This is why I originally stated "rumor has it..." http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123666102&highlight=cx-7+regular- +fuel
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Replying to: aviboy97 (May 11, 2007 5:55 am) If running on regular means a loss of 30hp I wonder if anyone would want to do so. BTW, are there any other change in the 2008 model ?
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Replying to: xgbt (May 15, 2007 7:38 am)
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Replying to: aviboy97 (May 17, 2007 9:39 am)
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Replying to: carlitos92 (May 18, 2007 12:52 pm) |
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Had a test drive on both the RDX and CX-7 recently. Here are the differences to a non-aggressive driver. Ride Both are firm, but the CX-7 is more compliant and comfortable. The RDX is a bit jittery on less than perfect surface that you feel every bump. Acceleration CX-7 is sluggish off the line; RDX is smoother when accelerating from a stop and in stop-and-go situation. Once rolling, however, CX-7 is smooth and has strong mid-range power. RDX is also strong but feels busy like reviving a typical 4-cylinder whereas CX-7 is muted like a V6. Handling The steering on RDX is lighter, and so is its gas pedal. Together with a more up-right driving posture, it is much easier to drive around town. CX-7 has heavier steering and gas pedal - good on the highway - but takes more effort and feels heavy in parking lot and other tight maneuver. I would describe RDX as a city warrior and the CX-7 as highway cruiser. Seating comfort Seating is more up-right in RDX as in most SUV's. Inside CX-7 you naturally sit more reclined as in a sedan, and the front seats (leather) are very comfortable. The rear seat cushion in CX-7 is a bit low whereas the RDX is chair-high and provides more thigh support despite a slightly uneven floor. My personal opinion I drive a lot in the city so I like the light and easy maneuver of the RDX and its smooth launch. However, the ride and the mid-range performance of CX-7 are more refined giving it a more luxurious feel. The large windshield and the low dashboard give the CX-7 a panoramic view and together with the comfortable (leather) seats it feels very satisfying sitting at the front, especially as a front passenger. It's tough, but if I have to choose between the two, I think I will pick the CX-7 for its style, more composed ride, and the great satisfaction sitting inside and live with its less than perfect launch and heavy maneuvering in the city.
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Replying to: xgbt (May 19, 2007 5:27 pm) What were you thoughts on the interior, i.e. materials, lay-out, technology? Vince.
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Replying to: vbbuilt (May 21, 2007 4:19 am) |
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Replying to: vbbuilt (May 21, 2007 4:19 am) The models I drove did not have navigation nor did I have time to try it out, so can't comment on the technology. In my understanding RDX has Blue Tooth and CX-7 does not. I used to like interior of the Murano a lot (the low dash and the wide windshield), but now CX-7 is my favorite. 
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