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Porsche Cayenne vs. Acura MDX vs. BMW X5

57 messages,  Last post on Apr 12, 2012 at 9:21 AM

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What is this discussion about? Porsche Cayenne, Acura MDX, BMW X5, Car Comparisons, SUV

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#48 of 57 Re: boy toys!! [bgsntth] by borno

Jan 14, 2010 (7:16 pm)

Replying to: bgsntth (Jan 14, 2010 9:32 am)
First, doesn't that beast weigh closer to 7K? And, there's no way you're even getting 15 mph, especially if you drive it the proper' way. Sounds like you've definitely had some fun with her. It is quite a unique specimen of auto engineering! Then again so is my E46, M3 convertible! Wouldn't it be nice to collect such treasures!
 
Sounds like you got an amazing deal, great! I'm still gonna buy my time, as long as possible. I love my autos, and enjoy feeling frugal. But, man do I still get the ITCH!

#49 of 57 Re: boy toys!! [borno] by bgsntth

Jan 15, 2010 (9:48 am)

Replying to: borno (Jan 14, 2010 7:16 pm)
25mph as in top speed on that dirt road, in low-range. The GTS got about 9-11mpg in the first 3K miles and is getting 13-14mpg since then. This is with the roof rack and a surfboard on top much of the time commuting back an forth into San Francisco. About the same as i was getting in the LR3. Swapping the stock 21" wheels with the 18" wheels improved gas mileage significantly.

#50 of 57 Re: Current X5 owner [mdxfan3] by lorilou

Jan 25, 2010 (12:23 am)

Replying to: mdxfan3 (Jan 07, 2010 4:25 pm)
I am looking to lease a 2010 Cayenne v-6 for 36 months, 10,000 miles a year. You mentioned that there are incentives, etc. How does someone find out about the factory subsidized incentives and what are they?
Because of the body style change due in 2011, are the dealers willing to really negotiate? I had a dealer quote me $56,476 on a car that the msrp is $60,146. The invoice of this vehicle is $53,787. Seem like there's a better deal out there?

#51 of 57 Re: Current X5 owner [lorilou] by steve_ HOST

Jan 25, 2010 (12:29 am)

Replying to: lorilou (Jan 25, 2010 12:23 am)
Check out Porsche Cayenne Lease Questions too.

#52 of 57 Several points... by wwest

Dec 29, 2010 (12:11 pm)

1. Upscale husbands often have "throphy" wives.
2. Upscale husbands are often more knowledgeable and intelligent.
3. Most upscale husbands would NEVER put their wives, throphy or not, in a base FWD vehicle such as is the MDX and/or the RDX.
 
The latest Cayenne undoubtedly represents the ultimate in the SUV market today.
 
I just wish the hybrid had a N/A V6, who needs drag-racing HP in an SUV..??

#53 of 57 Re: Late post [sjaieve] by wwest

Dec 29, 2010 (12:37 pm)

Replying to: sjaieve (Dec 07, 2009 8:36 am)
With the HIGH rate of transaxle failures of the earlier MDX's with the VTM-4 F/awd system how could even the MDX with the SH-AWD system have made it into the top 10...?
 
Almost all of these newer F/awd systems, SH-AWD system included, pre-emptive rear drive engagement systems, are experiencing high failure rates of the over-stressed drive line components as a result of "locking" the center "diff'l" even on the most tractive of road surfaces. And "locking" the center "diff'l" in turns, while turning, accelerating turns...
 
SHEER IDIOCY.
 
Driveline windup and/or tire scrubbing will be at its WORSE measure in tight accelerating turns, thoroughly over-stressing, HEATING, various driveline components. MDX transaxles' lockup clutch and Ford Escape and Mariner PTO's currently top the failure list.
 
But if you start out with a SOLID drive coupling to the front wheels then compromises in the name of safety MUST be made. Locking the center "diff'l" while turning in order to reduce the drive torque to the front wheels thereby allocating more front tire traction for lateral forces is then a MUST.
 
Or like an actual FWD you could make TC EXTREMELY quick and agressive, ALWAYS. Which it is anyway if wheelspin/slip develops even with the rear drive engaged.

#54 of 57 Re: Late post [wwest] by fawltytowers44

Feb 22, 2011 (11:11 am)

Replying to: wwest (Dec 29, 2010 12:37 pm)
This same post, with slight variations, appears on many discussion sites and under a variety of makes. No evidence supporting the statements has ever been provided for any of the makes.

#55 of 57 Re: Late post [fawltytowers44] by wwest

Feb 23, 2011 (9:56 am)

Replying to: fawltytowers44 (Feb 22, 2011 11:11 am)
"...no evidence.."
 
But also no evidence against my position, just statements like that above.
 
But logic is on my side, clearly.

#56 of 57 Re: Current X5 owner [bmlexus] by viola128

Apr 10, 2012 (12:31 am)

Replying to: bmlexus (Jan 05, 2010 6:16 pm)
Yes. I agree.
I currently own a 745i, it's been 10 years. The driving is very additive and I really enjoy this car. However, it has issues and it's not cheap to keep up with it. I never had big problem with it but all the small little problems could unfortunately cost a lot more than a Toyota.
I recently test drive a Acura RL (2010) and was actually very impressed by it. I had an Acura Legend, had it for 13 years and really loved the car. I thought Acura has the closest to BMW driving feel. I am seriously thinking about trading mine to the RL.
My wife is looking for a SUV (used or new) and she is trying to choose between the MDX and Cayenna. I know they are very different but since i had never own a porche before, not sure if Porche makes good Suv and how expansive is it to keep up with the service and repairs ??? Any thoughts on this will help. Also, i am in L.A. and do porche dealers here sell it below MSRP??
thx

#57 of 57 Re: Current X5 owner [viola128] by wwest

Apr 12, 2012 (9:21 am)

Replying to: viola128 (Apr 10, 2012 12:31 am)
The older MDX' that used the VTM-4 F/awd system has had, is having serious driveline failure problems. Those seemed to be solved with the switch to the new SH-AWD system but now as of 2010+ transaxle failures seem to be rising again, recent "reflash" TSB even.

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