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#6861 of 7127 Re: Compare the CX-9, Veracruz, Pilot, Acadia, Outlook, Enclave and Freestyle [kjf18] by griesemer1 Mar 26, 2009 (11:52 am)
Replying to: kjf18 (Jan 25, 2007 8:35 am) I'll second your comments. I fully expected to get the Acura MDX this time around, but after driving both for a full day, it wasn't even close. The Acadia's ride was much better, and everyone in the family liked it better. Don't get me wrong, the MDX is a very nice car, but we're getting the Acadia. For reference, I didn't even want to test drive the Acadia as I had such low expectations for the car. So to end up buying it is a true testament to the car. I may post back in 12 months with a different opinion, but for now I'm enjoying the Acadia quite a bit. Replies to this message: tjeff (Apr 13, 2009 6:51 pm)
#6862 of 7127 Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [coldcranker] by loach Mar 26, 2009 (1:44 pm)
Replying to: coldcranker (Mar 26, 2009 11:11 am) The title of this thread is "Compare the CX-9, Veracruz, Pilot, Acadia, Outlook, Enclave and Freestyle". Your "Crossover SUV Comparison" is a new cross-link to it. See the first original post in this thread if you still don't get it.   The original title of the thread 6800 posts ago is completely irrelevant. I did a search on "Crossover" and this is what came up. Don't like it? Talk to the moderator but it's clear this is a very broad thread. You're just trying to drive me off it because I don't have your favorite wagon on your short list.    The only reason we Freestyle/TaurusX owners like it is because we have experience with it directly and we've already compared crossovers. You obviously have no experience with the Freestyle/TaurusX. Your ignorance is understandable, since Ford has never really advertised the thing much. Flex and Edge got lots of flashy ads. Maybe you should just get the vehicle with the most flashy ads, since you don't seem to recognize substance over glitz.   The Freestyle was one of 4 vehicles I test drove when I bought my Acadia (Acadia, Outlook, CX-9 and Freestyle), so don't tell me I have no experience with it. I actually liked it - it just wasn't my top choice. I don't want it. Get over it.    You really just need to read lots of car reviews by experts. Its kind of like leaving skin disease to a dermatologist. If you're not an engineer, an auto company will, and often has, sold people substandard vehicles. Like a lot of people, you shouldn't try to pick a vehicle yourself, if you care about getting it right.   Not sure why you're directing that at me. I do read a lot of car reviews when I'm shopping, but I would never let any "expert" pick out my vehicle. Instead I use them as tools to help narrow the field and identify vehicles I should drive. Replies to this message: coldcranker (Mar 26, 2009 5:53 pm) loach (Mar 26, 2009 6:48 pm)
#6863 of 7127 Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [loach] by coldcranker Mar 26, 2009 (5:53 pm)
Replying to: loach (Mar 26, 2009 1:44 pm) loach, You have a strange attitude. Myself and others on this forum don't care what you pick. Why assume we do? Thats odd. People choose vehicles for a lot of reasons. I chose mine because of chassis construction, fuel economy, safety, roominess, smoothe ride, quietness. In the extreme, others may choose a vehicle because they like it in red. Thats what the real world is like. Replies to this message: loach (Mar 26, 2009 6:48 pm)
#6864 of 7127 Re: Murano vs. MDX vs. ? [coldcranker] by loach Mar 26, 2009 (6:48 pm)
Replying to: coldcranker (Mar 26, 2009 5:53 pm) Myself and others on this forum don't care what you pick.   Then why are you so interested in running me out of your precious thread? Anyway, please feel free to have the last word. I won't waste your time or mine responding to any more of your posts.
#6865 of 7127 Perhaps ... by tidester HOST Mar 26, 2009 (10:01 pm)
... a little more comradery and little less sparring would be in order.   tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper
#6866 of 7127 Test drove '09 Murano by loach Mar 27, 2009 (3:38 pm)
I test drove an '09 Murano SL AWD today. My impressions:   1. Ride was a little stiffer than expected (wondering if the tires might be overinflated as I've had that happen at the same dealership when I bought my Pathfinder). 2. Visibility was better than I expected based on the reviews I read. Once mirrors and seats were adjusted to my liking I could see fine. My Acadia is harder to see out of than the Murano is. 3. I'm 6 ft even and I barely had enough headroom with the moonroof. Was fine for me but if I was 2 inches taller I probably would have had to tilt the seat back more.   Overall I liked it but I can't say it knocked my socks off. I'll definitely need to drive several other vehicles before I come to any decisions. Replies to this message: volkov (Mar 27, 2009 3:42 pm) loach (Mar 27, 2009 4:03 pm)
#6867 of 7127 Re: Test drove '09 Murano [loach] by volkov Mar 27, 2009 (3:42 pm)
Replying to: loach (Mar 27, 2009 3:38 pm) My feeling on the Murano is that it was smaller inside than I expected once I saw it up close from the outside if you get what I mean. I'm sure the less stylish but more boxy lines of the Pathfinder give a sense of much greater internal space. Replies to this message: loach (Mar 27, 2009 4:03 pm)
#6868 of 7127 Re: Test drove '09 Murano [volkov] by loach Mar 27, 2009 (4:03 pm)
Replying to: volkov (Mar 27, 2009 3:42 pm) Yes and no on the space - my '01 Pathfinder definitely has a lot more cargo space, but passenger space seemed prettty similar. The Murano's raked rear definitely eats up some cargo space. I don't have a sunroof in the Pathy so hard to compare headroom.
#6869 of 7127 press request by kirstie_h HOST Apr 03, 2009 (11:36 am)
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#6870 of 7127 '09 Santa Fe by loach Apr 10, 2009 (7:37 pm)
Drove an '09 Santa Fe Limited today. The ride was smooth (probably smoother than the Murano I drove) and handling was OK but certainly not inspiring. Acceleration felt a little sluggish compared to the Murano (and compared to my '01 Pathfinder). The transmission seemed hesitant to downshift. I was impressed with the 3rd row for a vehicle this size. Not that 3rd row is a requirement for me on this vehicle, but I think it's dumb that if you want both leather and 3rd row, you HAVE to get either Nav or DVD ent. I think you can get the 3rd row without Nav/DVD in the SE trim but that's cloth seats only. The Infinity stereo sounded good once I adjusted it to my liking.   I'm also very surprised that a rear view camera is not an option on this vehicle, even with navigation. Having been spoiled with one on my Acadia, I don't think I'll own another CUV/SUV without one. Could always add an aftermarket double-din nav radio with backup camera - might be a fun project.   Right now though I think I'd rank the Murano ahead of the Santa Fe on my list. I definitely want to drive the Venza (ok who am I kidding - I want to drive about 5-6 more vehicles at least). Replies to this message: ateixeira (Apr 14, 2009 9:09 am) loach (Apr 14, 2009 9:50 am) ateixeira (Apr 14, 2009 10:00 am)

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