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Standard features include cruise control, full power accessories, front and rear air-conditioning and a full array of airbags. Stability control with roll mitigation and antilock disc brakes are also included.

edmunds reviewed 2008 GMC Acadia and gave out”The all-new Acadia is a large crossover (or crossover utility vehicle, or CUV). Mechanically, it’s very similar to the Saturn Outlook and Buick Enclave. Thanks to its spacious interior, strong V6 engine and competitive price, the Acadia is one of the better crossover SUV choices.”

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2008 GMC Acadia

The 2008 Acadia is a 4-door, up to 8-passenger sport-utility, available in 6 trims, ranging from the SLE-1 FWD to the SLT-2 AWD.Upon introduction, the SLE-1 FWD is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 275-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway.The SLT-2 AWD is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 275-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.The 2008 Acadia is a carryover from 2007. Continue reading »

Mechanical changes are more minor, including new speed-sensitive electric power steering, as well as low-dust brake linings. The hybrid (below left) and V-6 models stay with four-wheel disc brakes but, unfortunately, the four-cylinders retain their archaic disc/drum setup.

caranddriver reviewed 2008 Ford Escape and gave out”The Escape’s new styling does toughen its image quite a bit, with a higher beltline, a bolder new front fascia and lighting units. New wheels and more prominently flared fenders give it a more visually planted stance.”

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Standard features include an auxiliary audio jack, a revised restraint system (new seatbelts, air bags, and steering column), split rear seats that fold flat, and a rollover-mitigating stability system on all but the Hybrid model.For the first time, the Escape is available with Ford’s excellent touch-screen navigation system, featuring one of the industry’s best Sirius satellite radio integrations.

automobilemag reviewed 2008 Ford Escape and gave out”The 2008 Escape retains the previous model’s neutral handling balance, stiff structure, and good ride, because it also retains its chassis. The revised exterior is more masculine than the first-generation design.”

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2008 Ford Escape

The 2008 Escape is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility, available in 9 trims, ranging from the XLS FWD Manual to the Limited 4WD.Upon introduction, the XLS FWD Manual is equipped with a standard 2.3-liter, I4 , 153-horsepower engine that achieves 24-mpg in the city and 29-mpg on the highway.

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Inside the 599, there’s the usual mix of leather, carbon fiber and aluminum trim. It’s only a two-passenger GT, so unlike the larger 612 Scaglietti there’s nothing behind the driver and passenger aside from an enlarged cargo area that now measures 11.3 cubic feet.

edmunds reviewed 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano and gave out”The traction and stability control system in the 599 is also similar to another Corvette system which has been around for awhile. Chevy called it “Active Handling Control,” Ferrari calls its system “F1-Trac.” It’s basically enhanced stability and traction control that has some give to it before it shuts you down completely.”

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The 599 GTB Fiorano is Ferrari’s most powerful V12-engined production car of all time. It features a 6.0-liter V12 engine derived directly from the Enzo Ferrari supercar, producing 620hp at 7,600 rpm.

leftlanenews reviewed 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano and gave out”The 599 shares a basic design language and much of its chassis with the 612 Scaglietti. Bodywork was penned by Italian design house Pininfarina. Dynamically adjustable MagneRide suspension enables the 599 to offer a smooth ride for cruising, while still taking corners like a track-oriented supercar.”

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2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

The new suspension on the 599 GTB Fiorano is almost too good in this dynamic laboratory. The car remains so flat while cornering and so connected to the surface that all the usual indicators (body roll, tire squeal, sliding) of a car “being out of shape” are virtually erased.

The 2007 599 GTB Fiorano is a 2-door, 2-passenger luxury sports car, available in two trims, the Coupe and the Coupe F1.Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 6.0-liter, V12, 620-horsepower engine that achieves 11-mpg in the city and 15-mpg on the highway. Continue reading »

The 2.4-liter four moves the beast along reasonably well, but those expecting a performance hit from the V-6-powered R/T (man, does that badge set up expectations, or what?) will be disappointed. At least the six-speed automatic is smooth and fast-reacting, especially in manual mode.

automobilemag reviewed the 2008 Dodge Avenger and gave out”The Avenger’s cabin is spacious enough for two six-foot, two-inch occupants to sit one behind the other in comfort. Perceived quality is a big step up from other recent Chrysler efforts, and the unique dashboard architecture is characterful.”

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