2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
02-25-2004, 06:49 AM
#16
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
On Tue, 24 Feb 2004 20:37:28 -0600, jdhoward@helps.com wrote:
>eyhang <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote:
>: Hi,
>
>: I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
>: time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>: ...
>
>Last April, I bought the 2003 EX-L-Nav with I4 and manual transmission.
>This is my first Honda. I had been a big American V8 driver(Cad).
>I bought the Honda based on its reputation of reliably, value, economy
>and performance. It is living up to that reputation better than I
>expected. I expected to be disappointed, but I haven't been yet.
>
>When I saw the economy numbers, I removed the V6 from consideration.
>I have driven about 26,000 miles. When street racing on dry pavement,
>I get tire spin in first and second gears and usually win the race.
>On the Interstate, I get fuel economy of 35+ mpUSg while cruising at
>74 MPH. If I cruise at 105+ MPH, the economy goes down, but is still
>more than 30+ mpUSg. If I try hard, coast down hills, accelerate
>slowly, I can get 42 mpUSg. Around town in the stop and go traffic
>I get 28 mpUSg or better. With gas getting more expensive, thinking
>about fuel economy makes good sense.
>
>I like the styling of the wheels on the I4 better than the ones on the
>V6. The curtain airbags and power passenger seat that the V6 has, are
>not important to me.
>
>The only service required so far has been oil changes. I had over 200,000
>miles on my last car and expect to keep this one for a long time. The
>I4 looks easier to service than the V6.
>
>The real reason to get the I4 instead of the V6 is that you can brag about
>how much smarter you were to buy it. You will have more for less and you
>can prove it. Your bragging rights are even more when you talk to some one
>who bought a V6 Toyota, Mazda, Nisson, ...
>
>
> ---
> James D. Howard Austin TX USA jdhoward@helps.com
From my past reading on the net, it seemed to me that more people had
problems after some years with the 6 cyl vs. 4 cyl. . Of course this
is just my opinion not a scientific survey. But I didn't seem to
notice any difference in the first few years between the two.
I'm no race car driver but when I compare my early 90's accord 4 cyl.
to my 03 accord 4 cyl. , the '03 seems to have plenty of power to
accelerate. It's not as powerful as an 8 cyl. but it seems quite
satisfactory for my type of driving (no towing).
>eyhang <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote:
>: Hi,
>
>: I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
>: time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>: ...
>
>Last April, I bought the 2003 EX-L-Nav with I4 and manual transmission.
>This is my first Honda. I had been a big American V8 driver(Cad).
>I bought the Honda based on its reputation of reliably, value, economy
>and performance. It is living up to that reputation better than I
>expected. I expected to be disappointed, but I haven't been yet.
>
>When I saw the economy numbers, I removed the V6 from consideration.
>I have driven about 26,000 miles. When street racing on dry pavement,
>I get tire spin in first and second gears and usually win the race.
>On the Interstate, I get fuel economy of 35+ mpUSg while cruising at
>74 MPH. If I cruise at 105+ MPH, the economy goes down, but is still
>more than 30+ mpUSg. If I try hard, coast down hills, accelerate
>slowly, I can get 42 mpUSg. Around town in the stop and go traffic
>I get 28 mpUSg or better. With gas getting more expensive, thinking
>about fuel economy makes good sense.
>
>I like the styling of the wheels on the I4 better than the ones on the
>V6. The curtain airbags and power passenger seat that the V6 has, are
>not important to me.
>
>The only service required so far has been oil changes. I had over 200,000
>miles on my last car and expect to keep this one for a long time. The
>I4 looks easier to service than the V6.
>
>The real reason to get the I4 instead of the V6 is that you can brag about
>how much smarter you were to buy it. You will have more for less and you
>can prove it. Your bragging rights are even more when you talk to some one
>who bought a V6 Toyota, Mazda, Nisson, ...
>
>
> ---
> James D. Howard Austin TX USA jdhoward@helps.com
From my past reading on the net, it seemed to me that more people had
problems after some years with the 6 cyl vs. 4 cyl. . Of course this
is just my opinion not a scientific survey. But I didn't seem to
notice any difference in the first few years between the two.
I'm no race car driver but when I compare my early 90's accord 4 cyl.
to my 03 accord 4 cyl. , the '03 seems to have plenty of power to
accelerate. It's not as powerful as an 8 cyl. but it seems quite
satisfactory for my type of driving (no towing).
02-25-2004, 06:49 AM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
On Tue, 24 Feb 2004 20:37:28 -0600, jdhoward@helps.com wrote:
>eyhang <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote:
>: Hi,
>
>: I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
>: time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>: ...
>
>Last April, I bought the 2003 EX-L-Nav with I4 and manual transmission.
>This is my first Honda. I had been a big American V8 driver(Cad).
>I bought the Honda based on its reputation of reliably, value, economy
>and performance. It is living up to that reputation better than I
>expected. I expected to be disappointed, but I haven't been yet.
>
>When I saw the economy numbers, I removed the V6 from consideration.
>I have driven about 26,000 miles. When street racing on dry pavement,
>I get tire spin in first and second gears and usually win the race.
>On the Interstate, I get fuel economy of 35+ mpUSg while cruising at
>74 MPH. If I cruise at 105+ MPH, the economy goes down, but is still
>more than 30+ mpUSg. If I try hard, coast down hills, accelerate
>slowly, I can get 42 mpUSg. Around town in the stop and go traffic
>I get 28 mpUSg or better. With gas getting more expensive, thinking
>about fuel economy makes good sense.
>
>I like the styling of the wheels on the I4 better than the ones on the
>V6. The curtain airbags and power passenger seat that the V6 has, are
>not important to me.
>
>The only service required so far has been oil changes. I had over 200,000
>miles on my last car and expect to keep this one for a long time. The
>I4 looks easier to service than the V6.
>
>The real reason to get the I4 instead of the V6 is that you can brag about
>how much smarter you were to buy it. You will have more for less and you
>can prove it. Your bragging rights are even more when you talk to some one
>who bought a V6 Toyota, Mazda, Nisson, ...
>
>
> ---
> James D. Howard Austin TX USA jdhoward@helps.com
From my past reading on the net, it seemed to me that more people had
problems after some years with the 6 cyl vs. 4 cyl. . Of course this
is just my opinion not a scientific survey. But I didn't seem to
notice any difference in the first few years between the two.
I'm no race car driver but when I compare my early 90's accord 4 cyl.
to my 03 accord 4 cyl. , the '03 seems to have plenty of power to
accelerate. It's not as powerful as an 8 cyl. but it seems quite
satisfactory for my type of driving (no towing).
>eyhang <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote:
>: Hi,
>
>: I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
>: time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>: ...
>
>Last April, I bought the 2003 EX-L-Nav with I4 and manual transmission.
>This is my first Honda. I had been a big American V8 driver(Cad).
>I bought the Honda based on its reputation of reliably, value, economy
>and performance. It is living up to that reputation better than I
>expected. I expected to be disappointed, but I haven't been yet.
>
>When I saw the economy numbers, I removed the V6 from consideration.
>I have driven about 26,000 miles. When street racing on dry pavement,
>I get tire spin in first and second gears and usually win the race.
>On the Interstate, I get fuel economy of 35+ mpUSg while cruising at
>74 MPH. If I cruise at 105+ MPH, the economy goes down, but is still
>more than 30+ mpUSg. If I try hard, coast down hills, accelerate
>slowly, I can get 42 mpUSg. Around town in the stop and go traffic
>I get 28 mpUSg or better. With gas getting more expensive, thinking
>about fuel economy makes good sense.
>
>I like the styling of the wheels on the I4 better than the ones on the
>V6. The curtain airbags and power passenger seat that the V6 has, are
>not important to me.
>
>The only service required so far has been oil changes. I had over 200,000
>miles on my last car and expect to keep this one for a long time. The
>I4 looks easier to service than the V6.
>
>The real reason to get the I4 instead of the V6 is that you can brag about
>how much smarter you were to buy it. You will have more for less and you
>can prove it. Your bragging rights are even more when you talk to some one
>who bought a V6 Toyota, Mazda, Nisson, ...
>
>
> ---
> James D. Howard Austin TX USA jdhoward@helps.com
From my past reading on the net, it seemed to me that more people had
problems after some years with the 6 cyl vs. 4 cyl. . Of course this
is just my opinion not a scientific survey. But I didn't seem to
notice any difference in the first few years between the two.
I'm no race car driver but when I compare my early 90's accord 4 cyl.
to my 03 accord 4 cyl. , the '03 seems to have plenty of power to
accelerate. It's not as powerful as an 8 cyl. but it seems quite
satisfactory for my type of driving (no towing).
02-25-2004, 07:21 AM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message news:<MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com>...
> Hi,
>
Transmission is fine on the v6 (I have an 03exv6). For me it was all
about power. 160hp vs 240. I have never spent any money on power
before and I must be having a mid life crisis. I went through the
same hand-wringing about the extra $3k. For me it is worth it. The
power just never seems to quit on the exv6. I always wondered why
folks spend so much money on high power cars, we all have to drive the
same speed limit. What I discovered, is the fun is getting to the
speed limit. Yeehaaaa.
brian
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
> Hi,
>
Transmission is fine on the v6 (I have an 03exv6). For me it was all
about power. 160hp vs 240. I have never spent any money on power
before and I must be having a mid life crisis. I went through the
same hand-wringing about the extra $3k. For me it is worth it. The
power just never seems to quit on the exv6. I always wondered why
folks spend so much money on high power cars, we all have to drive the
same speed limit. What I discovered, is the fun is getting to the
speed limit. Yeehaaaa.
brian
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
02-25-2004, 07:21 AM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message news:<MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com>...
> Hi,
>
Transmission is fine on the v6 (I have an 03exv6). For me it was all
about power. 160hp vs 240. I have never spent any money on power
before and I must be having a mid life crisis. I went through the
same hand-wringing about the extra $3k. For me it is worth it. The
power just never seems to quit on the exv6. I always wondered why
folks spend so much money on high power cars, we all have to drive the
same speed limit. What I discovered, is the fun is getting to the
speed limit. Yeehaaaa.
brian
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
> Hi,
>
Transmission is fine on the v6 (I have an 03exv6). For me it was all
about power. 160hp vs 240. I have never spent any money on power
before and I must be having a mid life crisis. I went through the
same hand-wringing about the extra $3k. For me it is worth it. The
power just never seems to quit on the exv6. I always wondered why
folks spend so much money on high power cars, we all have to drive the
same speed limit. What I discovered, is the fun is getting to the
speed limit. Yeehaaaa.
brian
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
02-25-2004, 07:21 AM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message news:<MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com>...
> Hi,
>
Transmission is fine on the v6 (I have an 03exv6). For me it was all
about power. 160hp vs 240. I have never spent any money on power
before and I must be having a mid life crisis. I went through the
same hand-wringing about the extra $3k. For me it is worth it. The
power just never seems to quit on the exv6. I always wondered why
folks spend so much money on high power cars, we all have to drive the
same speed limit. What I discovered, is the fun is getting to the
speed limit. Yeehaaaa.
brian
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
> Hi,
>
Transmission is fine on the v6 (I have an 03exv6). For me it was all
about power. 160hp vs 240. I have never spent any money on power
before and I must be having a mid life crisis. I went through the
same hand-wringing about the extra $3k. For me it is worth it. The
power just never seems to quit on the exv6. I always wondered why
folks spend so much money on high power cars, we all have to drive the
same speed limit. What I discovered, is the fun is getting to the
speed limit. Yeehaaaa.
brian
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
02-25-2004, 07:21 AM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message news:<MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com>...
> Hi,
>
Transmission is fine on the v6 (I have an 03exv6). For me it was all
about power. 160hp vs 240. I have never spent any money on power
before and I must be having a mid life crisis. I went through the
same hand-wringing about the extra $3k. For me it is worth it. The
power just never seems to quit on the exv6. I always wondered why
folks spend so much money on high power cars, we all have to drive the
same speed limit. What I discovered, is the fun is getting to the
speed limit. Yeehaaaa.
brian
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
> Hi,
>
Transmission is fine on the v6 (I have an 03exv6). For me it was all
about power. 160hp vs 240. I have never spent any money on power
before and I must be having a mid life crisis. I went through the
same hand-wringing about the extra $3k. For me it is worth it. The
power just never seems to quit on the exv6. I always wondered why
folks spend so much money on high power cars, we all have to drive the
same speed limit. What I discovered, is the fun is getting to the
speed limit. Yeehaaaa.
brian
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
02-25-2004, 10:11 AM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
I have an 03 EX V6. Love it. Wonderful power(the 4 is OK but this is
BETTER), nice 5 speed auto, and nice comfortable supportive leather
seats. Moon roof I can take or leave but it's standard on this car.
Based on the service rate charts I see at the dealership, there is
little or no difference in service costs between the 4 and the 6. The
dual climate control is neat although more than I need. Traction
control is a plus--snow where I live.
Ken
BETTER), nice 5 speed auto, and nice comfortable supportive leather
seats. Moon roof I can take or leave but it's standard on this car.
Based on the service rate charts I see at the dealership, there is
little or no difference in service costs between the 4 and the 6. The
dual climate control is neat although more than I need. Traction
control is a plus--snow where I live.
Ken
02-25-2004, 10:11 AM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
I have an 03 EX V6. Love it. Wonderful power(the 4 is OK but this is
BETTER), nice 5 speed auto, and nice comfortable supportive leather
seats. Moon roof I can take or leave but it's standard on this car.
Based on the service rate charts I see at the dealership, there is
little or no difference in service costs between the 4 and the 6. The
dual climate control is neat although more than I need. Traction
control is a plus--snow where I live.
Ken
BETTER), nice 5 speed auto, and nice comfortable supportive leather
seats. Moon roof I can take or leave but it's standard on this car.
Based on the service rate charts I see at the dealership, there is
little or no difference in service costs between the 4 and the 6. The
dual climate control is neat although more than I need. Traction
control is a plus--snow where I live.
Ken
02-25-2004, 10:11 AM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
I have an 03 EX V6. Love it. Wonderful power(the 4 is OK but this is
BETTER), nice 5 speed auto, and nice comfortable supportive leather
seats. Moon roof I can take or leave but it's standard on this car.
Based on the service rate charts I see at the dealership, there is
little or no difference in service costs between the 4 and the 6. The
dual climate control is neat although more than I need. Traction
control is a plus--snow where I live.
Ken
BETTER), nice 5 speed auto, and nice comfortable supportive leather
seats. Moon roof I can take or leave but it's standard on this car.
Based on the service rate charts I see at the dealership, there is
little or no difference in service costs between the 4 and the 6. The
dual climate control is neat although more than I need. Traction
control is a plus--snow where I live.
Ken
02-25-2004, 10:11 AM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
I have an 03 EX V6. Love it. Wonderful power(the 4 is OK but this is
BETTER), nice 5 speed auto, and nice comfortable supportive leather
seats. Moon roof I can take or leave but it's standard on this car.
Based on the service rate charts I see at the dealership, there is
little or no difference in service costs between the 4 and the 6. The
dual climate control is neat although more than I need. Traction
control is a plus--snow where I live.
Ken
BETTER), nice 5 speed auto, and nice comfortable supportive leather
seats. Moon roof I can take or leave but it's standard on this car.
Based on the service rate charts I see at the dealership, there is
little or no difference in service costs between the 4 and the 6. The
dual climate control is neat although more than I need. Traction
control is a plus--snow where I live.
Ken
02-25-2004, 11:23 PM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
We traded a 96/I4 for a 03/V6. The 96/I4 was a very nice car and gave us
reliable service except for an expensive A/C repair at 85K miles. The 96/I4
always had a bit of a rough idle and was never as smooth as the 03/V6
engine. We get very good gas mileage on the 03/V6, it's smooth as silk, and
quick.
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message
news:MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com...
> Hi,
>
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
>
>
>
>
>
>
reliable service except for an expensive A/C repair at 85K miles. The 96/I4
always had a bit of a rough idle and was never as smooth as the 03/V6
engine. We get very good gas mileage on the 03/V6, it's smooth as silk, and
quick.
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message
news:MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com...
> Hi,
>
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
>
>
>
>
>
>
02-25-2004, 11:23 PM
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
We traded a 96/I4 for a 03/V6. The 96/I4 was a very nice car and gave us
reliable service except for an expensive A/C repair at 85K miles. The 96/I4
always had a bit of a rough idle and was never as smooth as the 03/V6
engine. We get very good gas mileage on the 03/V6, it's smooth as silk, and
quick.
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message
news:MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com...
> Hi,
>
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
>
>
>
>
>
>
reliable service except for an expensive A/C repair at 85K miles. The 96/I4
always had a bit of a rough idle and was never as smooth as the 03/V6
engine. We get very good gas mileage on the 03/V6, it's smooth as silk, and
quick.
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message
news:MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com...
> Hi,
>
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
>
>
>
>
>
>
02-25-2004, 11:23 PM
#28
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
We traded a 96/I4 for a 03/V6. The 96/I4 was a very nice car and gave us
reliable service except for an expensive A/C repair at 85K miles. The 96/I4
always had a bit of a rough idle and was never as smooth as the 03/V6
engine. We get very good gas mileage on the 03/V6, it's smooth as silk, and
quick.
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message
news:MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com...
> Hi,
>
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
>
>
>
>
>
>
reliable service except for an expensive A/C repair at 85K miles. The 96/I4
always had a bit of a rough idle and was never as smooth as the 03/V6
engine. We get very good gas mileage on the 03/V6, it's smooth as silk, and
quick.
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message
news:MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com...
> Hi,
>
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
>
>
>
>
>
>
02-25-2004, 11:23 PM
#29
Guest
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
We traded a 96/I4 for a 03/V6. The 96/I4 was a very nice car and gave us
reliable service except for an expensive A/C repair at 85K miles. The 96/I4
always had a bit of a rough idle and was never as smooth as the 03/V6
engine. We get very good gas mileage on the 03/V6, it's smooth as silk, and
quick.
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message
news:MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com...
> Hi,
>
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
>
>
>
>
>
>
reliable service except for an expensive A/C repair at 85K miles. The 96/I4
always had a bit of a rough idle and was never as smooth as the 03/V6
engine. We get very good gas mileage on the 03/V6, it's smooth as silk, and
quick.
"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in message
news:MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com...
> Hi,
>
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
>
>
>
>
>
>
02-26-2004, 06:23 PM
#30
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Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
In article <MwQ_b.35$kg3.132@news.oracle.com>, "eyhang"
<eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
I read the various posts and you received some great advice. I can only
add that the decision should be based on such factors as to whether you
like a car that has lots of power. If so--get the EX V6. If having lots of
power is not important, get the 4 cyld EX. It will use less gasoline and
cost less related to such things as insurance and purchase price. I love
my 4 cyld Accord EX but there are times that I would like the extra power
such as when I am on a freeway or interstate entrance ramp. I once got my
4 cyld. EX up to 130 miles per hour while on a road in the middle of the
desert. My radar detector forced me to back off the gas petal just in time
to avoid a ticket.
<eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
> time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.
>
> I know I am comparing orange and apple. Just want to get
> your opinions on whether EX V6's eng/trans is worth the 4K difference.
> Which one do you think provides better value (I know V6 comes
> with some more luxury features)? I have heard some nagative feedbacks
> on Accord V6's transmission in the past. Has it improved in the
> '04 model? Is V6's maintance charge signifficantly higher? Any
> good/bad experiences with your purchase so far?
>
> These questions may sound rather stupid for some of you experts.
> Just want to get your opinions so that I can make the correct
> purchase decision for myself.
>
>
> Best Regards,
> EH
I read the various posts and you received some great advice. I can only
add that the decision should be based on such factors as to whether you
like a car that has lots of power. If so--get the EX V6. If having lots of
power is not important, get the 4 cyld EX. It will use less gasoline and
cost less related to such things as insurance and purchase price. I love
my 4 cyld Accord EX but there are times that I would like the extra power
such as when I am on a freeway or interstate entrance ramp. I once got my
4 cyld. EX up to 130 miles per hour while on a road in the middle of the
desert. My radar detector forced me to back off the gas petal just in time
to avoid a ticket.