C&D Small Sports Sedan Comparo [Renamed]

**sikuya** · September 14th, 2004 03:49 AM

where's the mazda6?where's the altima?

you're thinking about 4-door cars, which is a very broad range. the comparison tested small, luxury-branded cars that cost about $30,000. the altima and mazda6 (and so does the accord,camry,galant,passat,etc) are mainstream midsize family cars.

although the BMW 3-series does i think

you're right mbt, but the 3 series and MB C230 ended up way above the $30K price limit.

**sikuya** · September 14th, 2004 03:57 AM

in road and track 's oct. 2004 issue, a different result. they compared the acura TSX and the subaru legacy GT limited and the result:

acura TSX won in the following:
braking,fuel economy,gearbox,steering,brakes,handling, interior styling,ergonomics/controls and luggage space(tie).

subaru legacy won in the following:
acceleration,slalom,skidpad,driving excitement,engine,ride, handling,exterior styling,seats and luggage space(tie).

performance ratings: acura 187.7 pts, subie 197.1 pts
subjective ratings: acura 191.0 pts, subie 188.1 pts
winner: subaru legacy GT limited

**mbt** · September 15th, 2004 11:39 AM

the new legacy looks very sharp!

**niky** · September 15th, 2004 04:30 PM

Originally posted by sikuya
you're thinking about 4-door cars, which is a very broad range. the comparison tested small, luxury-branded cars that cost about $30,000. the altima and mazda6 (and so does the accord,camry,galant,passat,etc) are mainstream midsize family cars.

you're right mbt, but the 3 series and MB C230 ended up way above the $30K price limit.

But still, the Legacy and TSX are in the same size range as the 6... but Legacy... luxury? Weird.

You're right about the BMW, though... They could have put a 3series in there, but at the price range, the model they would've gotten wouldn't be competitive...