Honda Accord Reliability

And still be a couple of thousand dollars under a TSX. I drove the 04
Accord EX V6 and the TSX. The Acura has a few more features but lacks
performance and is buzzier. Besides you can get a deal on a Honda but
not on the Acura, at least yet. That means a better return at trade in
time.

 

Ditto, I trade a 99 E320 for my 04 Accord EX V6.

 

I walked into the dealership planning on trying out the I4 and then trying
the V6. I was so impressed with the 4 that I didn't even test drive the V6.
I couldn't believe I was driving a standard, non-souped-up 4. It even felt
like it had more low end torque than the version in the TSX, although this
could be my imagination. And considering that the insurance on the V6 would
cost me another $77 a month, plus the extra gas and the speeding tickets,
(heh) it just isn't worth it.

I'll save the environment and save myself money in one move.

-Joshua

 

Come on, the 4 is a dog. Have you ever even driven a V6? Give me a break.

 

The 4 Cylinder strait drive is no dog. It is also not nose heavy like
the V6. It has no mushy torque converter. If you drive an automatic, you
might as well drive a Buick.

 

Have 2 second, the 4 cyl is a dog.

 

Thank you.

 

You found me out. The biggest engine I've ever used is the one cylinder
two-stroke that I strapped onto my bicycle. Hence, the I4 felt like it was
running on jet fuel to me.

Now, sarcasm aside, did I say that the I4 felt as powerful as a V6?
No I didn't. Read my post again.

And I might ask you, have you ever even driven the I4 Accord? Because let
me tell you, it compares favorably with the sixth generation Accord's V6,
which I drive a lot.

When I got home from the dealership, I read the Edmunds.com Long-Term Road
Test, and they spent more than a page on a glowing endorsement of the
suprising power of the I4. So even if you disagree, you must concede that
it is a matter of opinion. And I'm not alone in mine.

-Josh

 

Honestly, Have you ever driven a 4 cylinder 5M? I bet not.

 

Naturally the V6 will have more power, and it is expected that v6 owners would
know this and, of course, look down their noses on the i4. However for many
the i4 is more than sufficient, and if one's recent experience is with an even
smaller engine the i4 can be quite impressive. I bought a 98 Civic after
driving a van for 10 years. The Civic was a great car to drive, but it was
underpowered. After 5 years of this I went to the Honda dealer expecting to
test drive a v6 Accord. However after driving an i4 /5 speed I realized that
this engine had sufficient oomph to move me and I never even drove the 6. No
need to step up to the increased power of a v6 -- or the higher insurance,
fuel and car payments.

 

Utter rubbish - get a manual and learn to drive properly.

Rgds, George Macdonald

"Just because they're paranoid doesn't mean you're not psychotic" - Who, me??

 

Did Honda provide a loaner car for the 12 days your car was unavailable?

 

I agree. I thought the i4 Accord had plenty of power and worked well
with the AT. (I agree that MT is generally better, but for those who
prefer AT, this car is great.) It is hardly a dog, just because it
isn't a sports car. Most buyers chose the 4 because it offers
significant advantages to them (including lower cost).

I have a '98 Odyssey with an i4 and AT and I think it is very well
suited to this car. (Even though I would prefer an MT.) More power
would be writing a check that the chassis can't cash. I suspect that
the same is true to a lesser extent with the Accord.

That being said, if I were shopping for an Accord I would be looking
at the v6 6-speed. Is that available on the sedan?

 

I am in the process of making that decision now, so I'm interested to
know why you suggest the V6 over the 4. From what I've read in Consumer
REports, if I'm understanding it correctly, the mpg doesn't seem to be
much different. The cost of the car (4) is significantly less expensive
(am I correct, by about $4000?). My current and last car have been
Accord EXL V6's. I live at the top of a hill, not an exceptionally
steep one, but concerned what the difference might be getting up that
hill with a V6 vs 4.
Robin

 

When test driving cars, drive them up that hill or one of similar
grade to see how the cars do. Bring the expected number of passengers
on the test drive as well.

 

Don't knock one cylinder two-strokes until you've ridden a one-cylinder
two-stroke snowmobile at 95 mph.

 

Don't knock one cylinder two-strokes until you've ridden a one-cylinder
two-stroke snowmobile at 95 mph.

 

As you've probably already read in this newsgroup, my '03 six-cylinder
six-speed coupe has spent a total of almost three weeks in the shop since I
bought it in October. I'm on my second transmission, they've fixed three
rattles inside the car and the electric door locks still don't work if it's
below -5C (around 20F) outside.

I do still like the car - I just don't know if I will ever buy a Honda again
(this is my third Honda in a row).

 

As you've probably already read in this newsgroup, my '03 six-cylinder
six-speed coupe has spent a total of almost three weeks in the shop since I
bought it in October. I'm on my second transmission, they've fixed three
rattles inside the car and the electric door locks still don't work if it's
below -5C (around 20F) outside.

I do still like the car - I just don't know if I will ever buy a Honda again
(this is my third Honda in a row).

 

PMFJI, I previously owned a manual I4 Prelude and an auto I4 Accord EX.

I test drove a 2003 I4 EX and then a V6 EX Accord. The 2004's are mostly
the same. I wanted auto for those stop and go days on the interstate and
power for when the traffic moves. I had the salesman and two other
adults with me (4 adults).

The V6 is quiet. It revs lower and is so quiet you will wonder where all
the power is coming from. Engine noise is much less than the I4. The V6
also has more sound deadening insulation . (For example, look at the
underside of the trunk door.) Road noise is better muffled.

The people riding with me said, "No contest." I thought so too. I bought
the V6 and love it!

The V6 has more weight up front. This can be good if you drive slowly in
snow and want more weight over the drive wheels. This can be bad if you
want to drive at high speed down twisty back roads. (Been there done
that with the Prelude. Get a sports car if your really do that often.)

The V6 is outstanding at acceleration from the onramp to the highway and
providing power for passing at highway speeds. It can be a much more
refined highway commuter.

One reason to get the I4 is money. Another might be if you are not able
to control yourself when faced with more power than you will need. After
all, the V6 is said to do 135 MPH but I have never tried to go that
fast. In the wrong hands, it could be trouble.

I think the V6 is better for what most commuters encounter every day.

I also liked: Pistons hold up the hood when you open it rather than a
manual rod. Side curtain air bags are standard. Traction control is
standard.

Nobody needs a V6. We need a base Toyota Corolla or Civic. After that
it's about what you want. I want a more refined ride when I pay more
than $20000 for a car.