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Replying to: cstiles (Jan 05, 2009 6:50 pm) And too I question what VCM has done to Honda performance. 268 HP now revised to 271HP with 0-60 times in the mid 7's according to Edmunds comparison test with the Mazda6 and the Nissan Altima. Beware V6 Honda drivers - V6 Camrys and Mazdas will blow your doors off by a full second or more to 60 and with sub 15 second 1/4 miles versus your 15.5+
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Replying to: cstiles (Jan 06, 2009 9:30 am) Similar problem with inline 4s - get larger than 2.5 liters and they start getting rough, no matter WHO the manufacturer. |
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Replying to: hondalvr1 (Jan 06, 2009 12:01 pm) The V-6's tend to attract older customers and people who think they really need that extra power. Me? I think the 4 bangers are more than up to the task. But, that's me.
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Replying to: isellhondas (Jan 06, 2009 12:12 pm) Be interesting to see the demographics. Having driven as long as I have I personally feel that there is safety value in having extra power - I have expereinced the need for it from time to time in emergencies to get out of the way of someone or something. Many people simply react by braking in all emergency situations, when applying more power would be the better and safer alternative. A 190 HP 4 cylinder with AT in a 3400+ pound car? Uh...no. A 177 HP 4 cylinder? Even worse. Lose 700 pounds and then I would say you are ok. E.G. the Series 1 Acura Legend - 161 HP V6 in a 2800 pound car. In that case there was plenty of power. The 240 HP in a 2700 pound S2000? More than enough. 4 wheel anti lock disc brakes? Great - conversely the engine should have equal "go" power.
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Replying to: hondalvr1 (Jan 06, 2009 12:36 pm) I don't want to admit to the number of years and number of miules I have under my belt including a period in my life when I would do 35,000 miles a year in Los Angeles traffic. I can't honestly remember even once using power to get me out of a jam excelt of one time when I got out of the way of a guy who had run a red light and was heading for my driver's door. The Dodge Intrepid (no powerhouse) I was driving did the job. But, some people feel as you do and for those people we do make V-6's
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Replying to: isellhondas (Jan 06, 2009 1:04 pm) 3.5 liter OHC V6 214 HP - it moved pretty good, and lots of torque, which many people overlook as the primary factor in acceleration.
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Replying to: hondalvr1 (Jan 06, 2009 1:31 pm) Hey, if a person feels strongly about the "need" for a V-6, I have no argument with them. I just think the fours are more than adequate and I'm not alone in my thinking. We sell a whole lot more fours than sixes.
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Replying to: isellhondas (Jan 06, 2009 2:44 pm) Depends on your driving style, habits and location. I drive in heavy traffic and feel the need for the extra power almost daily. Were I in a rural or light traffic area I am sure the 4 would suit my purposes just fine. Where are you located?
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Replying to: hondalvr1 (Jan 07, 2009 3:24 am)
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Replying to: isellhondas (Jan 07, 2009 5:54 am) ...you certainly do have traffic! Last October rush hour driving: Hotel Deca - Seattle waterfront (ferry) was interesting. My Navy reunion shipmates agreed big time. Still, my 6M calc'd out at 21 mpg around your city (but south on I-5 enroute home.......would you believe 35?) ..great car. best, ez.... |
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