Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in
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
>
>
>
>
>
>

The V6 will get you more HP, more torque, but worse gas mileage.
You will get better acceleration and better pull uphill.
The V6 has some extra gadgets like traction control.
The V6 costs more to own and if something breaks down will probably be more
expensive to fix. More parts mean more chances for something to go wrong
(although the V6 is still VERY reliable by any standard). If you intend to
keep the car for the long haul, this is an important issue.
The V6 is heavier.
The V6 has a cramped engine compartment and is likely harder to service on
your own.

Personally I don't care for a moonroof. just another gadget that can break
down or leak.

Most people will find the I4 adequate for most practical uses.

I recall Consumer Reports once said that actually the LX V6 is the best
bang-for-the-buck Accord.

Like others said here, you really can't go wrong with either. Good luck.

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in
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
>
>
>
>
>
>

The V6 will get you more HP, more torque, but worse gas mileage.
You will get better acceleration and better pull uphill.
The V6 has some extra gadgets like traction control.
The V6 costs more to own and if something breaks down will probably be more
expensive to fix. More parts mean more chances for something to go wrong
(although the V6 is still VERY reliable by any standard). If you intend to
keep the car for the long haul, this is an important issue.
The V6 is heavier.
The V6 has a cramped engine compartment and is likely harder to service on
your own.

Personally I don't care for a moonroof. just another gadget that can break
down or leak.

Most people will find the I4 adequate for most practical uses.

I recall Consumer Reports once said that actually the LX V6 is the best
bang-for-the-buck Accord.

Like others said here, you really can't go wrong with either. Good luck.

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in
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
>
>
>
>
>
>

The V6 will get you more HP, more torque, but worse gas mileage.
You will get better acceleration and better pull uphill.
The V6 has some extra gadgets like traction control.
The V6 costs more to own and if something breaks down will probably be more
expensive to fix. More parts mean more chances for something to go wrong
(although the V6 is still VERY reliable by any standard). If you intend to
keep the car for the long haul, this is an important issue.
The V6 is heavier.
The V6 has a cramped engine compartment and is likely harder to service on
your own.

Personally I don't care for a moonroof. just another gadget that can break
down or leak.

Most people will find the I4 adequate for most practical uses.

I recall Consumer Reports once said that actually the LX V6 is the best
bang-for-the-buck Accord.

Like others said here, you really can't go wrong with either. Good luck.

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

"eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org> wrote in
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
>
>
>
>
>
>

The V6 will get you more HP, more torque, but worse gas mileage.
You will get better acceleration and better pull uphill.
The V6 has some extra gadgets like traction control.
The V6 costs more to own and if something breaks down will probably be more
expensive to fix. More parts mean more chances for something to go wrong
(although the V6 is still VERY reliable by any standard). If you intend to
keep the car for the long haul, this is an important issue.
The V6 is heavier.
The V6 has a cramped engine compartment and is likely harder to service on
your own.

Personally I don't care for a moonroof. just another gadget that can break
down or leak.

Most people will find the I4 adequate for most practical uses.

I recall Consumer Reports once said that actually the LX V6 is the best
bang-for-the-buck Accord.

Like others said here, you really can't go wrong with either. Good luck.

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

No, I really do get those numbers. Maybe due to my city time is more of
surburbia than actual city.

And highway, I set the cruise at 75mph (speed limit is 70mph) and since i
live in Florida, no hills to drain the gas either.

Sometimes certain vehicles do a little better than others and vise-versa
Keith



"TL" <tlehman@visi.com> wrote in message
news:in1v30h1qp0md3cmike4d36h1p7ttc3pk0@4ax.com...
> Combination of 27 mpg and highway mileage of 37 mpg? You must have a
> special blend of gasoline none of the rest of us can get. Those
> figures seem way above what one could reasonably expect from the V6
> (actually pretty high for highway mileage for the 4 cyl as well).
>
> I believe Honda cites 33 as the highway mileage for the 03/04 V6 which
> is an improvement over past engines.
>
>
> On Thu, 26 Feb 2004 20:54:32 -0500, "Keith J" <keith_757@comcast.net>
> wrote:
>
> >I have a '99 V6 (200 hp) and at times wish I had the extra 40 hp that the
> >new V6's contain. I get city/hwy mileage of ~27 mpg. When doing all
hwy, I
> >am around 37 mpg. With that mileage and power, I'll take the V6 anyday.
> >Get the V6, especially if you like to drive "spirited" sometimes.
> >
> >Keith
> >
> >
> >
> >
>

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

No, I really do get those numbers. Maybe due to my city time is more of
surburbia than actual city.

And highway, I set the cruise at 75mph (speed limit is 70mph) and since i
live in Florida, no hills to drain the gas either.

Sometimes certain vehicles do a little better than others and vise-versa
Keith



"TL" <tlehman@visi.com> wrote in message
news:in1v30h1qp0md3cmike4d36h1p7ttc3pk0@4ax.com...
> Combination of 27 mpg and highway mileage of 37 mpg? You must have a
> special blend of gasoline none of the rest of us can get. Those
> figures seem way above what one could reasonably expect from the V6
> (actually pretty high for highway mileage for the 4 cyl as well).
>
> I believe Honda cites 33 as the highway mileage for the 03/04 V6 which
> is an improvement over past engines.
>
>
> On Thu, 26 Feb 2004 20:54:32 -0500, "Keith J" <keith_757@comcast.net>
> wrote:
>
> >I have a '99 V6 (200 hp) and at times wish I had the extra 40 hp that the
> >new V6's contain. I get city/hwy mileage of ~27 mpg. When doing all
hwy, I
> >am around 37 mpg. With that mileage and power, I'll take the V6 anyday.
> >Get the V6, especially if you like to drive "spirited" sometimes.
> >
> >Keith
> >
> >
> >
> >
>

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

No, I really do get those numbers. Maybe due to my city time is more of
surburbia than actual city.

And highway, I set the cruise at 75mph (speed limit is 70mph) and since i
live in Florida, no hills to drain the gas either.

Sometimes certain vehicles do a little better than others and vise-versa
Keith



"TL" <tlehman@visi.com> wrote in message
news:in1v30h1qp0md3cmike4d36h1p7ttc3pk0@4ax.com...
> Combination of 27 mpg and highway mileage of 37 mpg? You must have a
> special blend of gasoline none of the rest of us can get. Those
> figures seem way above what one could reasonably expect from the V6
> (actually pretty high for highway mileage for the 4 cyl as well).
>
> I believe Honda cites 33 as the highway mileage for the 03/04 V6 which
> is an improvement over past engines.
>
>
> On Thu, 26 Feb 2004 20:54:32 -0500, "Keith J" <keith_757@comcast.net>
> wrote:
>
> >I have a '99 V6 (200 hp) and at times wish I had the extra 40 hp that the
> >new V6's contain. I get city/hwy mileage of ~27 mpg. When doing all
hwy, I
> >am around 37 mpg. With that mileage and power, I'll take the V6 anyday.
> >Get the V6, especially if you like to drive "spirited" sometimes.
> >
> >Keith
> >
> >
> >
> >
>

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

No, I really do get those numbers. Maybe due to my city time is more of
surburbia than actual city.

And highway, I set the cruise at 75mph (speed limit is 70mph) and since i
live in Florida, no hills to drain the gas either.

Sometimes certain vehicles do a little better than others and vise-versa
Keith



"TL" <tlehman@visi.com> wrote in message
news:in1v30h1qp0md3cmike4d36h1p7ttc3pk0@4ax.com...
> Combination of 27 mpg and highway mileage of 37 mpg? You must have a
> special blend of gasoline none of the rest of us can get. Those
> figures seem way above what one could reasonably expect from the V6
> (actually pretty high for highway mileage for the 4 cyl as well).
>
> I believe Honda cites 33 as the highway mileage for the 03/04 V6 which
> is an improvement over past engines.
>
>
> On Thu, 26 Feb 2004 20:54:32 -0500, "Keith J" <keith_757@comcast.net>
> wrote:
>
> >I have a '99 V6 (200 hp) and at times wish I had the extra 40 hp that the
> >new V6's contain. I get city/hwy mileage of ~27 mpg. When doing all
hwy, I
> >am around 37 mpg. With that mileage and power, I'll take the V6 anyday.
> >Get the V6, especially if you like to drive "spirited" sometimes.
> >
> >Keith
> >
> >
> >
> >
>

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

On Tue, 24 Feb 2004 14:42:11 -0800, "eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org>
wrote:
>I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
>time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.

I recently got the EX I4 auto and am very happy with it. Previously
had the Acura CL 3.0 V6. The new EX I4 is much smoother and delivers
at least 90% of the performance - the new I4 has a ton of low-RPM
torque. The tranny (auto) in the CL was never right. The sounds
system is better on the new Accord, too.

>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?

I'm sure the V6 is nice, too. But, I think if I was going to do that,
I'd try to go for the Acura TL instead, few more horses yet, kewler
badge, nicer sheet metal.

>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.

You can't go too far wrong, I think. The TL is having some tire
troubles, it seems. I've also seen a few posts about Accord V6's and
tracking/alignment. I wouldn't worry too much about either. Haven't
seen any complaints on the trannys in any current model.

I like the EX I4, it's an economy-luxury car, hits the optimal
price/performance points at every turn.

They should put MP3 on the sound system, tho, I'm guessing it just
missed the design-in time on this model.

J.

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

On Tue, 24 Feb 2004 14:42:11 -0800, "eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org>
wrote:
>I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
>time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.

I recently got the EX I4 auto and am very happy with it. Previously
had the Acura CL 3.0 V6. The new EX I4 is much smoother and delivers
at least 90% of the performance - the new I4 has a ton of low-RPM
torque. The tranny (auto) in the CL was never right. The sounds
system is better on the new Accord, too.

>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?

I'm sure the V6 is nice, too. But, I think if I was going to do that,
I'd try to go for the Acura TL instead, few more horses yet, kewler
badge, nicer sheet metal.

>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.

You can't go too far wrong, I think. The TL is having some tire
troubles, it seems. I've also seen a few posts about Accord V6's and
tracking/alignment. I wouldn't worry too much about either. Haven't
seen any complaints on the trannys in any current model.

I like the EX I4, it's an economy-luxury car, hits the optimal
price/performance points at every turn.

They should put MP3 on the sound system, tho, I'm guessing it just
missed the design-in time on this model.

J.

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

On Tue, 24 Feb 2004 14:42:11 -0800, "eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org>
wrote:
>I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
>time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.

I recently got the EX I4 auto and am very happy with it. Previously
had the Acura CL 3.0 V6. The new EX I4 is much smoother and delivers
at least 90% of the performance - the new I4 has a ton of low-RPM
torque. The tranny (auto) in the CL was never right. The sounds
system is better on the new Accord, too.

>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?

I'm sure the V6 is nice, too. But, I think if I was going to do that,
I'd try to go for the Acura TL instead, few more horses yet, kewler
badge, nicer sheet metal.

>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.

You can't go too far wrong, I think. The TL is having some tire
troubles, it seems. I've also seen a few posts about Accord V6's and
tracking/alignment. I wouldn't worry too much about either. Haven't
seen any complaints on the trannys in any current model.

I like the EX I4, it's an economy-luxury car, hits the optimal
price/performance points at every turn.

They should put MP3 on the sound system, tho, I'm guessing it just
missed the design-in time on this model.

J.

Re: 2004 Accord: EX or EX V6
 

On Tue, 24 Feb 2004 14:42:11 -0800, "eyhang" <eyhang@no-spam.org>
wrote:
>I am about to purchase a new Accord and having a tough
>time deciding between a EX I4 or EX V6.

I recently got the EX I4 auto and am very happy with it. Previously
had the Acura CL 3.0 V6. The new EX I4 is much smoother and delivers
at least 90% of the performance - the new I4 has a ton of low-RPM
torque. The tranny (auto) in the CL was never right. The sounds
system is better on the new Accord, too.

>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?

I'm sure the V6 is nice, too. But, I think if I was going to do that,
I'd try to go for the Acura TL instead, few more horses yet, kewler
badge, nicer sheet metal.

>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.

You can't go too far wrong, I think. The TL is having some tire
troubles, it seems. I've also seen a few posts about Accord V6's and
tracking/alignment. I wouldn't worry too much about either. Haven't
seen any complaints on the trannys in any current model.

I like the EX I4, it's an economy-luxury car, hits the optimal
price/performance points at every turn.

They should put MP3 on the sound system, tho, I'm guessing it just
missed the design-in time on this model.

J.