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Honda CR-V vs Ford Escape

  By admin | January 23, 2012 - 1:17 pm | Car Comparison, Japanese Car, Vehicle
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Have you heard one of the comments about the Ford Escape 2012 model is that it has too much plastic in its interior? On several levels, many consumers would find this outdated, to put it nicely if not environmentally unfriendly. Compare this model to a used Honda CR-V for sale and there’s no question that the used Honda CR-V for sale would get more approval votes.

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To compare the two vehicles, it’s easier of the pros and cons were to be pointed out. For instance, the Ford Escape has a well-oiled automatic transmission which works beautifully. You also get good fuel efficiency with the 4 cylinder engine and it’s equipped with the latest safety features. On the other hand, the interior, as mentioned earlier, has too much plastic making it look more 80s than 2012. One tends to experience a bouncy, choppy ride and a lot of rolling around when the vehicle is in motion. Finally, it’s got limited leg room especially in the back seat.
Shifting to the Honda CR-V, you get a bigger vehicle that’s good enough for the family with a comfortable interior. It’s not luxurious by any stretch but neither is it rough or bumpy. The Honda CR-V has several models and you can distinguish them from the seating style and design but overall it is possible to pull down or remove seats to make for more load space in the rear. The ride is excellent and it enjoys a stature in most countries as an upper class car.
On the downside, the most common complaint you will hear about the CR-V is that the newer models are not as good as the older models. For those planning to buy used CR-V, this is good news because you’ll be getting an amazing deal with the older CR-V vehicles. Also, the CR-V has a functional exterior design. It doesn’t appear flashy. In fact, it borders on conservative and staid.
When it comes down to the final decision, the Honda CR-V still manages to garner most high fives since it performs better on the road regardless of its outer appearance.

Tokyo Motor Show Fest

  By admin | December 9, 2011 - 7:00 am | Car Comparison, Japanese Car
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What to expect in a motor show? Well, less expected that you will see the best cars for the season with its great price, newly features Specs, good value and the latest car designs. Yearly, Japanese auto makers have traditional means of showcasing their newly invented cars to all of their clients, and this year they open their Tokyo Motor Show 2011 to the public. The event was to promote the fundamental role of mobile cars in the industry today. Aside from the fact that this Tokyo Motor Show 2011 wanted to encourage everyone to adapt to the next generation mobility services that Japanese auto makers are targeting.

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The community in Tokyo Japan had witnessed the 42nd Annual Motor Show conducted by Toyota for this year 2011. The Toyota introduces their latest innovation of Prius as a PHV (plug-in Hybrid Vehicle) ready to be marketed early next year. With the purpose of increasing the wide-spread use of electrical automobiles, progression of the new Prius PHV centered on three main areas:
1) Extremely high petrol efficiency and environmental overall performance.
2) Product value and convenience of use suitable a full-scale technology designs.
3) Price. With its marketing and sales communications link, the Prius PHV also shows the opportunity of moving into a new flexibility community.
This only means that Prius is a must have hybrid car that everyone can keep. This mobile car perfectly fit to all of your needs and can keep to the fast changes that the society will adapt. For daily short-distance visits, the car functions as a genuine EV (Electric Vehicle) using only the motor unit. During moderate to long-distance visits, as the car instantly changes from EV to HV (Hybrid Vehicle) method when power supply destruction actually reaches a certain level, individuals do not need to fear about other power supply. By thus mixing the benefits of EV and HV generating methods, the Prius PHV offers both excellent ecological overall performance and a prolonged car generating range.
In every Tokyo Motor Show fest held in Japan, there is always a new wave of mobile car that is being introduced, and this year Toyota Prius PHV is the star for the said event. The unique feature and extra ordinary Specs for this hybrid car is extremely awesome. This only makes you realize that it is time for a change and that changes will start now.

Mazda demio vs Honda fit

  By admin | November 23, 2011 - 6:16 am | Car Comparison
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In other countries, the Honda Fit is known as the Honda Jazz. It’s a compact hatchback very similar to the Mazda Demio. Given a choice, a used Mazda Demio for sale may just be a slightly better option. This is because the Mazda Demio is seen less on the streets and so it has this sense of exclusiveness. Both cars though are running pretty close to each other when it comes to performance and reliability.

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Both cars also have a sporty fun look and the appeal is very youthful. They are both affordable either as a new car or a used car. Standing from a distance the Mazda Demio looks pretty tight inside and one wonders if a tall person would have enough leg room. Inside, this same tall person can sit comfortably but it would be impossible to stretch the legs. The height inside the car is also a little strained especially for anyone taller than 5’9”. Both cars have limited trunk space although the back seats can be folded. The Honda Jazz has is more spacious inside but it would have a similar problem for a tall person.
Both cars are edgy and sexy, and as many car enthusiasts have said, both the Mazda Demio and Honda Fit make up the lack of space with abundance in looks and style. It’s also been said that both cars are easy to drive and maneuver around tight places. If one were to buy a car for a new driver, the Mazda Demio would be a good choice. It does not have as much power but it can get up to 120 kilometers per hour easily.
Comparing the ride, it’s not as smooth as a sedan because of its size, but what really makes the Mazda Demio a class above the Honda Fit is the engine. The Demio’s engine was awarded the 2012 RJC Technology of the Year in Japan. This is a clear sign of approval for the Demio’s engine from the experts in car manufacturing.