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What is this discussion about? Toyota Sienna, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Caravan, Hyundai Entourage, Mazda MAZDA5, Kia Sedona, Car Comparisons, Car Buying, Van


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Re: Look... [maryh3] by humblecoder
Nov 14, 2007 (5:46 pm)

Replying to: maryh3 (Nov 14, 2007 2:00 pm)

The fuel economy of the 3.8L and the 4.0L on the '08 T&C are the same: both are EPA rated 16/23. Also, the 3.3L is only 1 mpg better: 17/24. So it's not like you are wasting much fuel by going with the larger engine.
 
It is amusing to see people using the words "minivan" and "performance" in the same sentence! Next thing you are going to see people comparing towing specs on subcompacts!! Or maybe cargo space on 2-seater sports cars.
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Re: Actually [maryh3] by thegraduate
Nov 14, 2007 (7:10 pm)

Replying to: maryh3 (Nov 14, 2007 2:20 pm)

I don't doubt that the Odyssey get very similar mileage - just nothing to make me get excited about. If it were a bigger difference perhaps, but..............
 
Similar mileage, but 40+ horsepower out of less displacement. The Toyota is even more powerful; quite handy when loaded down and merging.
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Re: Look... [humblecoder] by thegraduate
Nov 14, 2007 (7:11 pm)

Replying to: humblecoder (Nov 14, 2007 5:46 pm)

It's not so important for track-day racing, but it does matter when merging with 6 passengers on a modest-length uphill on ramp, or loaded with your latest run from the Home Depot (something easier in the Dodge with stowNgo).
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Re: Look... [dennisctc] by bobw3
Nov 14, 2007 (7:40 pm)

Replying to: dennisctc (Nov 14, 2007 11:13 am)

I've never complained about my back
 
re-read your post 520.
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Re: Look... [dennisctc] by bobw3
Nov 14, 2007 (7:41 pm)

Replying to: dennisctc (Nov 14, 2007 11:21 am)

only advantage Toyota or Honda has for carrying a family is the 8th seat option.
 
Wrong. What about greater legroom in all rows and more cargo space behind the 3rd row?
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Any review? by bobw3
Nov 14, 2007 (7:44 pm)
Is there any comparison review out there that puts the Caravan as the #1 minivan in the past few years?
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Re: Any review? [bobw3] by thegraduate
Nov 14, 2007 (7:47 pm)

Replying to: bobw3 (Nov 14, 2007 7:44 pm)

Don't you know reviews that Honda and Toyota win are biased?
 
Seriously though, most auto reviews do focus on the driver's aspect of the vehicle; something Honda seems to OWN in this segment.
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Re: Any review? [bobw3] by maryh3
Nov 14, 2007 (8:10 pm)

Replying to: bobw3 (Nov 14, 2007 7:44 pm)

They never asked for my comparison review. How about the pocketbook vote? Does that count?
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Re: Any review? [maryh3] by thegraduate
Nov 14, 2007 (8:18 pm)

Replying to: maryh3 (Nov 14, 2007 8:10 pm)

Sure... should we differentiate Hertz's and Enterprise's Pocketbooks?
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Re: Any review? [thegraduate] by maryh3
Nov 14, 2007 (8:19 pm)

Replying to: thegraduate (Nov 14, 2007 7:47 pm)

I did not think Honda owned here. I like a smooth, cushey ride with soft suspension. Moms spend a lot of time in their vehicles so I want that smoothness. I use sedans when I want a sporty fast feel. Additionally with the new swivel seats, the ride must be smooth or people facing backwards may get dizzy.
 
 I hated the Honda because of its blind spots. If I need to switch lanes quickly I can glance back in the T&C and see into the blindspot immediately. This was not possible on the Odyssey. It drove me crazy on the test drives.
 
Wanna see the ultimate blind spot vehicle?? Go sit in Toyotas FJ Cruiser. That vehicle ought to be outlawed.

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