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Vans & Minivans Honda Odyssey Article Comments - 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey Touring
184 messages, Last post on Jan 16, 2009 at 4:58 PM
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Replying to: hansienna (Sep 28, 2008 8:04 pm) For 2009, Honda has added the power tailgate to Odyssey EX-L models, which, once again, if optioned correctly, can also be had for under $30K. The Sienna and Odyssey aren't static targets; they're moving windows. Both are up for redesign soon... The GC may be able to compete with the current Sienna and Odyssey, but whether or not the GC can compete with the next generation of both vans is another story... I would be hesitant to get into a Grand Caravan right now with Chrysler on the ropes... Then again, since they are on the ropes, the deals are very attractive... |
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| If you're considering a Honda Odyssey I want you to know this, My wifes Honda Odyssey has been through two transmission rebuilds, replaced the rotors twice, the dash rattles like marbles are in it, the sliding door fell off its track onto my sons foot, the seat heaters have been replaced and the DVD player skips over bumps. I'm not the only Honda owner with these problems. The Honda dealership is full of owners sitting in the "waiting" room with me. None of us will buy another Honda badged product ever again. Just food for thought if you're considering a Honda. BEWARE OF THE HONDA TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS!!! | |
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dvsutton: Is the Odyssey a 1999-2004 model? You seem to dislike Toyota and Honda, so I'm assuming your next vehicles will be GM, Ford, or Chrysler. If so, good luck and hope in 10 years you can still buy parts. Back in late 2001, my 'good ole American cash' went to Toyota for a 2002 Tundra. Oh, and it was built in Indiana and I've never any issues with it, other than an occasional oxygen sensor. yak33
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Replying to: yak33 (Nov 11, 2008 12:11 am) |
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Replying to: anythngbutgm (Nov 12, 2008 9:16 am) All I will say is I've been a ford and gm guy for a long, long time, as was my father. However, life doesn't exist in a vacuum and the changes, both good and bad, in the auto industry over the past many years has been significant. If you can't recognize, acknowledge, and accept them, and are blinded by bias, I can offer nothing to mr. sutton. yak33 |
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If you really were a longtime GM guy then you wouldn't even consider a Toyota. So i would say you are the Bias one.
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Replying to: dvsutton (Nov 12, 2008 11:16 pm)  I've driven GM for the last 25 years, but now have a Ford Taurus and Honda Odyssey in my garage. Love both of them. The General just didn't have what I wanted when I was shopping last. Their minivans are lousy and their new CUV's are overpriced and too small for what I need. The Taurus was bigger, safer, quieter and better built than the Impala I compared it with. Just because I was a GM guy didn't mean I had blinders on my eyes. 
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Replying to: bobber1 (Nov 13, 2008 9:17 pm) To limit yourself from brands because of what others say isn't a wise move. Sure, there are larger trends you should look at (check long-term reliability, none of this JD-Powers Initial Quality stuff), but also examine your needs. When I convinced my parents to at least give the Taurus a try, they found they could have a leather-equipped, 263hp Full Size sedan for their highway trips, with all the bells and whistles, for the same price that they were quoted on an LX (base model) 4-cylinder Accord. Checking your options is an important thing to do, and try looking at things in an unbiased way! |
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Replying to: bobber1 (Nov 13, 2008 9:17 pm)  The Honda Odyssey is at the top of my list for most probable next new vehicle. 
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