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#16 of 35 1st choice Buick, 2nd Acura, 3rd Mazda by celica8 Jun 26, 2007 (4:31 am)
If reliability is a factor in buying, I would avoid the Mazda. Buick and Acura are consistently reliable, but Mazda has a spotty reputation.   http://www.jdpower.com/corporate/news/releases/pressrelease.aspx?ID=2006133
#17 of 35 jimjack by jimjack Jun 26, 2007 (6:46 am)
I would have to say that I'd be pretty suprised if the Acadia/Enclave/Outlook had difficuties beyond the typical quirks of any car. I have now driven the X5 BMW and found that to be superb but way up there ie cost. I found the Q7 harsh by comparrison. Much rougher than any of the others. I can't consider the Veracruise or CX9 as they don't pull the weight I need pulled. The Acadia family is a crossover and should be considered as such. It is very competitive or we wouldn't be talking about it so much. Guess what? We like it for all the right reasons. It's just a new venture for GM. I think they got the message and did themselves fairly proud. I'm at the point where which ever I buy, I will wonder if it was the other I should have bought. It's decision time boy's.
#18 of 35 Re: Kids? Long Trips? [merlin14] by eclipse2 Jun 28, 2007 (6:16 am)
Replying to: merlin14 (Jun 25, 2007 4:33 pm) We got the MDX with the Tech pack in Dec we took a trip to Disney on spring break with 3 kids for a week! We drove from NJ to Orlando it was great!!!!! I don't think people know to much about the SH-AWD because they wouldn't even talk about the Mazda and Buick if they did!! I have the 06 Acura RL with SH-AWD I just love the way both the MDX and the RL hug the ground around turns...Plus with all the tech stuff in it you can't beat it!!!
#19 of 35 jimjack by jimjack Jun 28, 2007 (7:27 am)
Help me out here please. The distinction of the SH-AWD vs. any of the compitition's AWD is? I need to have this knowledge. I think you might have some info that is very criticle to any who are looking at cars. I really like the AWD format but you have me peeked with interest with your SH-AWD. HELP!!! Replies to this message: steve_ (Jun 28, 2007 5:02 pm) merlin14 (Jul 05, 2007 5:29 pm) spicymikey (Aug 12, 2007 5:49 pm)
#20 of 35 Re: jimjack [jimjack] by steve_ HOST Jun 28, 2007 (5:02 pm)
Replying to: jimjack (Jun 28, 2007 7:27 am) Check out the 4WD & AWD systems explained discussion too.
#21 of 35 jimjack by jimjack Jun 28, 2007 (8:56 pm)
Went back to the dealer for another test only with my wife along. The SH AWD means super handling. Very cool..
#22 of 35 Re: jimjack [jimjack] by merlin14 Jul 05, 2007 (5:29 pm)
Replying to: jimjack (Jun 28, 2007 7:27 am) Jimjack. My understanding is the SH-AWD uses variable torque in all wheels, while most systems just adjust front to back. The result is that cornering and wet conditions are a lot safer to drive in.   Motortrend has some information on their site if you are interested....   Ah, I see in another forum you bought an MDX already. If you get a chance tell us more. I am also a former Suburban (Yukon XL) owner and considering the Enclave. Why did you eventually go with MDX? Right now, for me, it is down to what works better in our garage.
#23 of 35 jimjack by jimjack Jul 06, 2007 (7:19 am)
Merlin14, The bottom line is the rating of the 2 vehicles. Go to Kelly blue book .com and once you've got either car up on your screen, look at the resale value and other info available. All lees than the Buick. I believe the edmunds will show the acura as better than average in it's integrity while the Buick (consistent with GM) shows as less than average. I pull a boat 4K lbs and I chose to speak with the Service advisors re: the Buick and my needs. Although the Buick will pull the 4500 lbs, they suggested that it would be a strain and likely too much stress. The fit and finish on the Acura was better. I plan to keep my car for 5 years and I just thought that the Acura had more appeal to all for resale purposes vs. the Buick. Not many younger generation would look at the Buick as a gotta have it typed car. While the Acura appeals to most demographics. that's my take..   Jim Replies to this message: varmint (Jul 06, 2007 9:03 am) parker4551 (Aug 03, 2007 11:45 am)
#24 of 35 Re: jimjack [jimjack] by varmint Jul 06, 2007 (9:03 am)
Replying to: jimjack (Jul 06, 2007 7:19 am) Be careful when considering towing and read the fine print.   Acura/Honda used to publish a towing figure assuming the passenger compartment was filled with 4 passengers and 200 lbs of gear. (A total of 800 lbs.)   With the Ridgeline and now the 2007 MDX, they now publish specs based on only 2 passengers and their gear. (A total of 500 lbs.)   Other companies will publish specs with 1 occupant and zero cargo. There is no consistency, either. I've seen GM trucks with figures based on 1 occupant and Buick SUVs based on 2. Ya gotta read the fine print.   In the end, two vehicles "rated" to tow 4,500 lbs may be separated by as much as 650 lbs once you do the math. Replies to this message: parker4551 (Aug 03, 2007 11:45 am)
#25 of 35 Re: jimjack [varmint] by parker4551 Aug 03, 2007 (11:45 am)
Replying to: varmint (Jul 06, 2007 9:03 am) These vehicles are rated to tow, but I wouldn't advise anything over 3000 pounds, especially if you are talking the Buick Enclave. That thing already weighs over 5000 pounds, and that is taxing enough on that drivetrain.

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