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Personally I think V6 engines that develop less than 200hp, regardless of displacement, are just plainly pathetic. Why bother, seriously, since the modern day 4-bangers are capable of achieving the same performance while doing it more efficiently (fuel economy wise). Here's the list of cars that are equipped with sub-200hp V6 engines: Chrysler Sebring: Dodge Charger: Jeep Compass: Jeep Patriot: Kia Rondo: Kia Optima: As you can see, there are not a whole lot of them...

The full spec of the 2009 Acura TSX has been revealed today: Compared to the outgoing TSX, the wheelbase grows 1.3 inches, overall length is up 2.4 inches and width swells 3.0 inches (over a 2.6-inch-wider track). Honda's 2.4-liter i-VTEC DOHC four returns as the TSX's sole power plant. When lashed to a six-speed manual transaxle it will be rated at 201 horsepower and 172 pound-feet of peak torque...

Granted the RL was plain but at least it wasn't ugly, well that's not the case anymore. Folks here's the 2009 Acura RL: Seriously, I think Acura has gotten a little bit carry away with that shield grille design. Can someone please tell the Acura designers that IT DOESN'T LOOK GOOD...

I have made a decision that my next vehicle will have an alternative energy powertrain whether it's hybrid or diesel (hopefully hybrid diesel). However, I am not willing to totally sacrifice the performance for FE yet so the Prius and Volt are out of the picture.   If I am buying a car in the next 12 month the choice will be 335d or the new A4 if we are getting the TDI version...

The comparo was done by Edmunds and they fielded 4 cars: '08 Honda Accord EX-L, '07 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE, '08 Chevy Malibu LTZ and '07 Toyota Camry XLE. All equipped with V6 engines.<u1:p></u1:p> I personally have no beef about Camry finishing 4th since it is the oldest out of the 4. What I do have problem with this comparo is that since Edmunds made driving dynamics (sportiness) such a big deal in a midsize family sedan comparison, why choose the cushy Camry (XLE) over the sporty Camry (SE)?<u1:p></u1:p> Also, before declaring the Camry as the new Buick maybe Edmunds should do some research so they'll know that some people (as matter of fact, a lot of people) actually prefer no feedback and sloppy ride...

Because of these... (Following are some quotes I came across in a automotive forum) - Well the people in this country do not want to own Toyota Prius type cars. I know I don't !!!!..