backfire

YOU WOULD AFTER YOU TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE, OR SHOULD I SAY AFTER YOUR WITHDRAWL FRO THE VERSATELLER

Nabbs

Again, it's really a moot point, as DVDAs are not as useful as my iPod, which neither car offers. I really wish Acura would follow BMWs lead and develop something that really works.

As for the Ferrari comment, there are many haters out there -- what can I say? This isn't my first nor my last sportscar -- I may even get an fcar one day. Right now I am enjoying the Z quite a bit, as it is faster then 90% of production cars out there let alone then most cars on the road. And yes, it does have a much more exotic look then any other Corvette produced. I'd rather be dead then have a 308, Mondial, 348, 355 both for the dated looks and sparce interior and amenities. The only Fcar that compete on the Zs level is a 430, 360, 550, 575, etc. All of which are at least 2-3 times the $70K pricetag I paid for my Corvette (not to mention it's pretty much faster then all of those).

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GoHawks

I wish the DVD-A/DTS-CD format had progressed further. While the iPod is more practical, there's no comparison with respect to the sound quality.

I just ripped a bunch of MP3s onto a CD. If I hadn't heard DVD-A/DTS before, I would have been satisfied with the sound, but after hearing music in 5.1, there's just no comparison.

GoHawks

As for the Ferrari comment. No disrespect to the Z, but there is just something about a Ferrari. I agree that the older models were pretty sparse, but in their day, they were leading edge. Comparing a current Z to the a 308, 328, 348, 355, and 360 is just not a fair one. Different cars in different times.

As outdated as the old 308s, and 348s were, they still catch my eye when I see one going down the road. Corvettes just seem to blend in.

Again, not knocking the Z, as it is an impressive car.

jhr3uva90

Actually, I find that putting MP3s on a CD and then keeping the CD in the changer is much more practical than having to plug in an iPod. Besides, you can use voice commands on a CD full of MP3s, which I doubt will ever be possible with an iPod.

Nabbs

True iPod intergration displays artist and album info, furthermore it allows you to search by either of those categories. Furthermore, you can navigate between playlists etc. Essentially it allows you to run the iPod through your headunit. There simply is no comparison with an iPod holding gigs worth of mp3s and loading up a few cds. I'm sure the sound quality on a DVD is far superior to an mp3, but I'd rather be able to have my entire music collection at my fingertips then a few CDs.

JMHO.

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jhr3uva90

Are there any car companies who have that level of iPod integration in their OEM systems? From what I understand, the BMW approach isn't much better than the Acura approach. It would be wonderful to use voice commands and steering wheel controls to play songs on an iPod. Right now, however, putting MP3s on CDs offers that advantage over an iPod or other MP3 player, plus you don't need to plug it in every time you drive. You can just leave the MP3 CDs in the changer.

Fabvsix

I have an 07 MDX Sport/Entertaiment (only 3% of production made) and it equal if not better than the RL in my opinion. I also have an 04 RL and a 07 RDX Tech.....NO comparo between the RDX and RL, two different animals....

RDX
Pros:
High Performance DOHC Engine
Smooth transmission
Fast for a 4000 plus lb vehicle
Stereo system with Tech package
Well balanced
BLAST to drive
Cons:
Stiff ride
Noisy
Poor gas mileage
Price when compared to RL and base 07 MDX

2007 MDX:
RL on steroids, esp. in sport mode.....

GoHawks

No comparison between an '04 RL and a current gen RL.

Fabvsix

Who was comparing RL to RL ? I agree but LOVE my 04 RL. Reasons:
Paid in full.
Bargain price new with only 2 miles on it: $36,000.00 (dealership made NO money)
NEVER have returned to dealership for ANY issues!
ROCK SOLID (no rattles)
100% Japanese made based on Legend technology.
current mileage: 18,500 going on 3 years old.
Classic look
Rated as one of the most reliable vehicles by many magazines and Consumer Report.....

I do drive my 07 MDX more however....

No pun intended either....

GoHawks

I was referring to this comment you made.

It seems to me that you're basing the fact that the RDX is "equal if not better" than the RL, with an '04 RL. That's why I said that there is no comparison between the '04 and the current gen.

Not knocking the previous gen RL, but the current model is a huge advancement in technology and performance.

The RDX and current gen RL are different animals, but MY opinion is the opposite of yours. While the RDX is a pretty slick SUV, it doesn't really compare to the CURRENT RL.

My