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What is this discussion about? Hyundai Sonata, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, Volkswagen Passat, Mazda MAZDA6, Ford Fusion, Chevrolet Malibu, Kia Optima, Car Comparisons, Sedan

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#11058 of 18168 Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [aviboy97] by dm1212

Oct 29, 2008 (2:23 pm)

Replying to: aviboy97 (Oct 29, 2008 1:40 pm)
Thats funny, because Ford owns 33% of Mazda and the Mazda 6 is made in America. Not only do the Fusion and the 6 share the SAME CHASSIS, are BUILT IN THE SAME PLANT, SHARE THE SAME ENGINE AND SUSPENSION. So before you start talking smack, look up your information. I have driven an 05 Mazda 6, and a 2006 Fusion and they drive the same, cheap, and loose. So why don't you stop making non-factual based comments. Oh, and BTW, Ofcourse the 09 Mazda 6 is class-leading it just got a 100% new body style, inside and out. The Camry and Accord have been on the market since 2007. I have nothing against the new Mazda 6, have not driven one yet.

#11059 of 18168 Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [dm1212] by akirby

Oct 29, 2008 (2:26 pm)

Replying to: dm1212 (Oct 29, 2008 2:23 pm)
Fusion is built in Hermosillo, Mexico (always has been). Mazda6 is built in FlatRock.
 
09 Fusion has a 3.0L and 3.5L V6. 09 Mazda6 has a 3.7L V6.
 
So before YOU start talking smack YOU might want to look up your information. Then again I don't think you're much interested in facts.

#11060 of 18168 Re: 2010 Fusion Pic and Details [akirby] by dm1212

Oct 29, 2008 (2:27 pm)

Replying to: akirby (Oct 29, 2008 2:20 pm)
Sedan Wise.
Chevy Malibu (Upscale Model)
Audi A4 3.2
Audi A6 4.2
BMW 330i and BMW 330xi
BMW 535i, 535xi, 550i
BMW 750i, 750li
Mercedes Benz E350
Lexus GS350
Lincoln MKZ
Lincoln MXS
 
Too Many to list, the plastic looks cheap.

#11061 of 18168 Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [akirby] by dm1212

Oct 29, 2008 (2:28 pm)

Replying to: akirby (Oct 29, 2008 2:26 pm)
I'm talking about the 2008 models..

#11062 of 18168 Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [akirby] by dm1212

Oct 29, 2008 (2:34 pm)

Replying to: akirby (Oct 29, 2008 2:20 pm)
Why would you buy any of them? Why wouldn't you buy a Passat with 4 years/50,000 mile warranty, and German engineering. I would never own a non-german made car.

#11063 of 18168 Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [dm1212] by aviboy97

Oct 29, 2008 (2:36 pm)

Replying to: dm1212 (Oct 29, 2008 2:23 pm)
They are not built in the same plant. The Fusion is built in Mexico! The Mazda6 is built at Auto Alliance International in Flat Rock, MI which was originally built by Mazda and called Mazda Motor USA Manufacturing. Ford then bought into it so it could build some of their cars. They do not share the same suspension either. The 4 cyl is a Mazda engine and the V6 WAS, is no longer, a Ford engine. Remember who developed the platform (GG/GY), Mazda!
 
So, I say again, The Fusion was loosely based on the 1st gen Mazda6.
 
I have a funny feeling you are about to get ripped by many here in regards to calling the Mazda6 "cheap and loose". greyghost, where are ya? All evidence points to the contrary.
 
Again, if you didn't like it, just say so!

#11064 of 18168 Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [dm1212] by aviboy97

Oct 29, 2008 (2:37 pm)

Replying to: dm1212 (Oct 29, 2008 2:34 pm)
Why wouldn't you buy a Passat with 4 years/50,000 mile warranty, and German engineering. I would never own a non-german made car.
 
You rip Ford and Mazda and then put VW on a high horse? Can I have what you are smoking?
 
To VW's credit, they do build a car that's easy on the eyes, and the newer models have a decent interior. Same cannot be said of ones just a few years ago.

#11065 of 18168 Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [aviboy97] by dm1212

Oct 29, 2008 (2:52 pm)

Replying to: aviboy97 (Oct 29, 2008 2:37 pm)
All VW's currently made are good looking, even their new minivan. The passat is a great looking, sporty, and semi-reliable sedan. The interior on a loaded Passat is nicer then the base 528i. I drive a 2005 Audi A6, and no auto-maker comes close to the quality of the interior of an Audi.

#11066 of 18168 Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [dm1212] by stephen987

Oct 29, 2008 (3:07 pm)

Replying to: dm1212 (Oct 29, 2008 1:25 pm)
I sense a troll.
 
dm1212, you might want to go back and check your facts again. You're welcome to your opinion regarding how these cars drive, but there are people on this list who are fairly well-placed in the auto industry and who thus know what the hell they're talking about when they discuss the similarities and differences, common platforms, components and so on.
 
Hosts?

#11067 of 18168 Re: 2009 Mazda 6i vs. 2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 [dm1212] by aviboy97

Oct 29, 2008 (3:14 pm)

Replying to: dm1212 (Oct 29, 2008 2:52 pm)
Yes, the Routan is a very pretty Dodge Caravan.
 
I drive a 2005 Audi A6, and no auto-maker comes close to the quality of the interior of an Audi.
 
I do really like Audi's design, particularly the new A4, however, I will respectfully disagree about the interior quality statement. I have spent a lot of time in my co-workers 2006 A6 4.2, and I was very unimpressed. Build quality is decent, but, design, materials and lay out were unimpressive for a $50,000 car.
 

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