For sure drive a Caliber. I didn't know that the Matrix was so underpowered...jeesh. 
It's not good when you floor it on the on-ramp and start thinking. "am I gonna make it?"caliber4whoosh said:For sure drive a Caliber. I didn't know that the Matrix was so underpowered...jeesh.![]()
Ya.... I think the Matrix-Vibe is 126HP and in the AWD it drops to 118, pretty anemic. But.....my bro has a new Matrix, he's getting an honest 32-33MPG (imperial)in town.caliber4whoosh said:For sure drive a Caliber. I didn't know that the Matrix was so underpowered...jeesh.![]()
Ahahahahahaa....that's classic.was98strat said:It's not good when you floor it on the on-ramp and start thinking. "am I gonna make it?"![]()
If you check out the Fusion, make sure you drive both the 4-cyl and and 6-cyl models. I hear there is a world of difference. I drove only a 4-cyl. (Ran out of time; I figured I would go back another day to drive the V6.) When I was on the freeway going mid 60's and wanted to pass, I hit the gas hard and... nothing. Neither my speed or rpm's increased. OK that's not fun on the freeways here in the Motor City!!!was98strat said:...I've got a few more to test drive before I Finalize my choice: Mazda 3 (and maybe the 5) Subaru Imprezza and Ford Fusion (not into the Honda's at all)