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Ford F-150 Ford Focus SESPerformance
On the move, the 2008 Ford Focus SES falls in the middle of the road in regards to handling performance. Earlier Focus models were known for their lively steering and fun-to-drive nature. These attributes aren't as immediately apparent in the new car, as Ford chose to prioritize stability and ride quality instead. This is even the case with the as-tested SES trim, which comes standard with sportier wheels and tires and a rear antiroll bar. The Focus still possesses decent steering response and grip. But drivers looking for a sport-themed small car will find driving excitement elsewhere.
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Honda CR-V EX-LIn both instrumented testing and real-world driving, the CR-V's engine proved to be an underachiever. Our 0-60-mph and quarter-mile times — at 10.0 seconds and 17.4 seconds at 79.2 mph, respectively — are slower than those of competitors we've tested, such as the Volkswagen Tiguan and Toyota RAV4 V6. Around town, the CR-V engine's power delivery felt adequate, and the transmission's shifts were smooth and crisp. But there wasn't much gusto for the five-speed automatic to tap into for passing, and Honda doesn't provide a manual mode to help the driver manually choose the best gear to move things along. This doesn't bode well for a trip with a full load of passengers and/or cargo.
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Our four-wheel-drive 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Crew Cab was powered by the 5.7-liter "Hemi" V8, which cranks out a robust 390 horsepower and 407 pound-feet of torque. A mandatory five-speed automatic with manual-shift capability routes this power to all four wheels, with selectable low-range gearing. At our test track, the Ram roared from zero to 60 mph in 7.6 seconds, respectably quick given its colossal 5,740-pound curb weight. Its slalom speed of 54.6 mph didn't exactly set our hair on fire, but the Ram's ponderous handling characteristics are expected for a vehicle of this nature.
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