I just got back from more test driving.
As far as the 6 vs the Fusion, yeah its the same platform. Which I think also is shared with the Volvo but it all comes down to execution. From a handling standpoint I feel like the Fusion was more comfortable. I believe the 6 has a sportier feel to it, which causes a bit of a bumpier ride. I test drove a comparativly (sp?) lower priced 6 than a fusion so my comments on the interior goes completely by that. The dealership I was at is getting an MSP 6 soon and I definitly want to drive that so I'll get back to you on that. Honestly both cars felt extremely peppy but underpowered. But just based on the options of the models I drove, the Fusion comes out ahead.
I drove a Lincoln LS V8 today and that is an extremely extremely nice car. Very refined with a nice gas guzzling V8 to boot (they did have a V6..but it felt sluggish)
My dad has a CTS, and I currently own a Cadillac so I know what to expect from that standpoint.
I'm heading to a Nissan dealership now to give the Altima and Maxima a shot. They are more comparative to the TL across the board. I've heard about problems with oversteer so I'll get back to you on that as well.
The Lexus IS is a nice car and I think its RWD which should be fun. It has a nice body style and comes pretty well loaded. I feel if I'm gonna give a look at the lexus I might as well check out the BMW 325 XI (which I can't find in San antonio) and I don't wanna go that route at all.
Honestly as far as features go I really am big on Leather seats, a nice simple, intuitive dash, Navi(if possible), steering wheel controls, leg room (I'm 6'4), and plenty of feel good motor. If I can find that and keep it under 30 grand I'll be extremely happy. This is truely turning out to be a much funner search than I anticipated, I'm having a great day
~darp~
