Recent content by genghis

Hey, maybe someone here can help me with this... Why is it that in the NHTSA rating at safercar.gov, some vehicles are exempted from certain tests? A Chevy Tahoe, for example, has for the last many years simply been "not rated" on the side star impact test. Why is that? How are companies...

what does base trim mean? in terms of performance and safety, does the SR5 designation have any relevence?

Hey, does the 4runner come in different versions? How come some are listed as "SR5 4x4" and others only as just "4x4" Is there anyway to tell which models have sideair bags? Someone posted that all 4runners come standard with side airbags but I dont believe this is true. Also, is there any...

well the only reason we're considering a Honda is because the pilot has better rollover and front-impact ratings than the 4runner according to the NHTSA ratings. but in the context of towing a trailer, all safety concerns change, because part of being safe on the road is avoiding the accidents...

well, price is certainly a factor, and since we are only towing >2000lbs, it seems like the v6 would do the job. after all, we're getting a 2003 or 2004, which would be 235 or 245 HP, i believe. safety question, though: isn't it true that vehicle length and weight is important in towing...

indeed. we'll be driving all over the country; towing 5 or 6 hours a day 100 days in the next year. what advantages will the v8 have over the v6? better handling (because it's more powerful) and less strain on the vehicle?

Hey Everyone, I am looking to purchase an SUV for towing a 5x8 cargo trailer that would be at most 2,000 pounds. I am a safety nut who requires 4wd and side airbags. I was wondering what everyone thought about the following comparisons: Honda Pilot Chevy Tahoe 4runner v6 4runner v8 which do...