That performance advantage becomes a disadvantage long term when the clutches in the rear differential wear out and will cost thousands to replace

@@ninevahkeith when you buy a luxury/performance vehicle there is awareness that they may be more expensive to maintain same goes for 4x4 or other features. If you're a Toyota basic car kind of guy you do you, but I'm fine with what I got. I most likely won't own the car for more than 10 years, if that. There are plenty of sh-awd out there and I don't hear about the rear diff being a major issue with older cars. Chicken little much?

@@ninevahkeith dude, there are tons of SH-AWD units out there with 200k+ that haven't needed replacement. Stop spreading FUD, the system is bulletproof.

i just wish RDX was a lot better with its mpg

@@robertadriansantos totally agree... That's the only thing that has me thinking about possible trading in for the Mazda CX-70 PHEV. We'll see. 🤪😝🤪

They’re geared and tuned for low end torque and drivability. In real world driving they are extremely pleasant and also much cheaper lmao

@@user-ts8ss9cj1p I have a 21 cx5 carbon turbo. I love it. If it had an 8 or 10 speed trans that shifted quicker it would be even better

@@ridenfish39 i basically got to long term demo a rav-4 with the 8 speed at my old job and it was so busy and confused the whole time not a fan. However a Mazda designed and built 8 speed? I’m listening :)

The Mazda is not made for speed ,which is why it makes so much tq ,but only 252hp

@@ridenfish39 also always love asking how many miles on that bad boy? I have a 16.5 2.5 with 125k currently buzzing around

Yeah the engine that the TLX type S has would be great. Just worse mpg.

Normally carmakers will opt for an engine that makes more power at lower RPM for better drivability with larger vehicles.

Their talking type-r with the cr-v with 316 in 2025 so look for the RDX to have more then that in 2025 if that rumor is true with a type-s badge

The rdx already has the same engine and transmission from the accord 2.0t. with ktuner I'm sure it can hit close to 300hp

Remember to factor in interest rate on that resale. It all comes down to how much take home money after the sale

If you take those 3 in consideration, I'll take the Lexus all day.

@@brolyvi1211but why?? The interest rate for the next person has nothing to do with you lol

@@thatone4G to remind you, I am referring to be first owners. it does affect the owner because while you finance these new cars you are paying more into interest.

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Also safety and repair costs. I agree. Oh, and I appreciate a spare tire!

100%. Honestly, if Mazda just tuned the engine a little bit more on the performance side, let’s say 310-320 HP (match the torq output), the 6 speed auto would do just fine. If they did that, they could get away with shortening the the last few gears. Otherwise, put the 8 speed auto in the CX-5/CX-50 and put at least 285-300 hp and you’re golden 🙌. With the handling Mazda’s have, they’d take over with a slight HP bump or shorter gear ratio’s.

Agree. Real world driving and a lot less. I went with the Mazda Signature. The RDX is great but @ $55K to $42 is a too big a difference. Plus that RDX infotainment - ugh! The Mazda is just fine. (Car and Driver 10 best many times).

What year Accord & what transmission do you got?

Welcome aboard!

I decided to keep my low km 2013 3.7l V6 TL with bolt-ons rather than upgrade to a newer RDX. Also about to replace the ELS stereo head-unit for a new JVC touchscreen with custom made harness. Luv my 4th Gen. so much!

Nice. Before picking up my 21 TLX A-Spec, I was really on the fence on whether I should opt for the RDX instead. I also have Ktuner/Phearable stage 3 and PRL goodies as well. With both the RDX and my TLX 2.0T, I love that we can pretty much piggy back off the CTR and ITS when it comes to many performance mods. 😄

Hey, Mazda also has tuning capabilities! CorkSport is one of the biggest names that comes to mind. There’s JDM upgrades as well. Admittedly, there’s more options for Acura/Honda but, don’t sleep on Mazda! They’re coming up and with their new partnership w/ Toyota, things will only get better.

Yup it would be unbeatable with that combo!

It doesn’t make much power above that so it shifts early. Engine is tuned that way for better driveability and for around town

I was seeing the same thing that the Mazda wasn't getting up to redline. But I looked at the road tests from Motor Trend and see peak power redline is only 5k RPM so that appears to be where it is supposed to shift.

It doesn't make power above 5500 why keep going?

Yea, odd and complicated Mazda engineering, but they have their ways fs

Sam is would like to see you compare performance difference between Hyundai Tucson Hybrid HEV & PHEV Thanks Kenny!

We ordered one on amazon 🤣

Mazdas always underperform

Mazda is always CREATED sucks engine under the hood 🙌

CX-5 TURBO > RDX

@@SwedeCT in dreamland probably

Good fuel economy and power. Honda makes the best engine

The CX5 is not a competitor in this class, but you’re right about the NX being the direct competitor to the RDX. It’s also a direct competitor to the Lincoln in this video

@@drivescene6747Yes, Mazda is..🫤 the thing with Mazda is they’ve been what they are for years, but they’ve struggled with ties with Ford and Toyota. Every company has their obstacles, but Mazda isn’t without its current title as a competitor to these because of its hardships

@@drivescene6747Ehhh, despite being cheaper, the CX-5 Turbo is kind of a competitor to those vehicles. Mazda is in a weird place because it doesn’t have a sister company like Honda/Acura, Nissan/Infinity, Toyota/Lexus, etc.. Hence why they can put out the quality/performance they do, for a lower price. Only thing holding the Mazda back is the 6-speed auto. If they utilized the 8-speed auto or shortened the gear ratios on the top end, they’d be Gucci. But you can’t deny the overall performance or interior quality regardless of opinion. Mind you, nothing else in the segment from Honda, Toyota, Nissan, etc. competes with the CX-5 unless it’s the RAV4 Prime or some other hybrid/electric assisted vehicle. The RAV4 Prime’s 0-60 is 5.7-5.8 so none of these vehicles here match it.

So easy too. Keep all the standard equipment and trans but give it the turbo6 or a stronger version of the Integra’s 2.0.

Mazda's aren't faster at anything

I've heard the rdx type S is coming

He handicapped the Mazda by the rolling race

An RDX Type S would be the best Type S in Acura’s lineup.

This is the RDX…. But I too like the MDX.

Yeah, with a turbo inlet pipe and a tune you can unlock quite a bit up top

Really the navigator is of the biggest suv on the road.

What?😂 Lincoln is everywhere.. basically a Corolla nowadays like Mercedes

The RDX does have the same 2.0 Type R engine but just detuned. You can unleash this engine with a ktuner. RDX type S needs the 3.0L turbo from the TLX type S and the MDX type S.

First thing we do

My grandma agrees

​@@romeropostali520I agree. Lincoln has some really nice underrated vehicles. As much as I like the 2.0 Ecoboost, the Corsair should get the 2.3 standard

Yep. You get used to it over time.

That's probably why the Lincoln averaged 30 mpg while the Acura also with a 2.0 turbo got 23 mpg

I had a Mazda 6AT 2.5 at the same time as a Honda 10A 2.0 and honestly I preferred the Mazda for everything except 0-80MPH+ blasts. Less busy, smoother, and never confused/clunky.

I heard the 10 speed is jerky. Was that your experience?

@@dozie6650 yes some low speed clunkiness and hesitation at throttle transitions, like coasting and then accelerating in traffic or through a parking lot. We are on our 3rd Honda 10AT vehicle now, this ‘24 seems smoother, but tends to lug the motor a bunch.

⁠Thank you for your insight. I appreciate it.

Both are solid transmissions anyways,cant really go wrong with either of them.

That is how the transmission is programmed to shift. Mine does the same(22 turbo CX5). It’s tuned to take advantage of the low end torque, not the high end horsepower. I remember watching a video and they compared the low end power to diesel like, that is why they programmed the early shifts.

It’s a small SUV in terms of body size and compares to the rest of them

@@SamCarLegion I don’t get how that changes what I just said lol. If you put a 7 year old in the Lincoln it is then considered a heavy beast apparently. That weight difference really doesn’t affect the performance noticeably

The CX5 still made in Japan!

My vehicle has the 2.0 Ecoboost and 8 speed and yeah, it has some crazy torque that causes some torque steer.

@@kennetho5393 2WD or AWD?

@@KT_One AWD.

My Turbo cx-5 has significantly more torque and very little torque steer. My base model Focus SE had more torque steer with half the torque. Ford just needs to do better.

@@thebeetalls I've driven the CX-5 turbo and it doesn't have as much torque multiplication that goes to the wheels as an Ecoboost 2.0 4cyl 8 speed. 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque is a lot to manage. My first V8 Mustang was a 4.6 2v SOHC that made 260 horsepower and 302 lb-ft for comparison.

yep

@@SamCarLegion ready to see this one.

I keep telling people Fords performance is the best. I had 2 Ecoboost titanium 4WD. Roasted everyone.

​@@CraigNelson-lm9wyit's killer with the 8 speed.

I was like what is he talking about that Mazda got walked 😂

Reminds me of when Sam was getting walked in the Accord vs Type S race, and Sam's like "I'm catching him I'm catching him" while getting gapped.

I didn't understand that either lol

The Mazda had a slow reaction on race 1 so it doesn't count. In the 2nd race they left at the same time.

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​@@SamCarLegionyou responded within 1 minute! Good morning. Im texting from my sienna hybrid getting 41.6mpg :)

@@occckid123 Good to see you! I remember watching your Altima vids!

@@awkwardsanchez6231 I have both

This is the only way to see the awd in action