Car Finalists
Consumer Finalists for Internet Car of the Year
Chevrolet Camaro SS
- Fully independent suspension
- Rigid chassis, taken from the Zeta platform seen in Pontiac G8
- A trim level for every type of driver from average to high performance – LS, LT, SS
- SS outperforms the top models of the immediate competition: Mustang, Challenger
Cons:
Ford Taurus SHO
Pros
- 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 (365hp and 350 lb-ft)
- Comfortable, controlled ride paired with standard all-wheel-drive
- Enormous trunk space
- Fuel economy equal to a motor half its size
Cons:
Price tag puts this in competition with the likes of Cadillac, Audi, BMW, and Mercedes. Some might think twice about spending $40k+ for a Ford
Much heavier than the outgoing SHO of the 90's
Gauges are difficult to read
Shelby GT 500
Pros
SVT performance-tuned suspension components
Engine output to 540 hp and 510 ft.-lb of torque.
Improved fuel economy
Vehicle Health Report
Cons:
Leather-wrapped steering wheel that features Alcantara suede inserts
Suppressed supercharger sound
(Shelby info courtesy of Mustangs.About.Com)
What the Internet Pros Voted For
Ford Fusion Hybrid
Pros
41mpg city and 36mpg highway
Engaging handling for a hybrid sedan
User friendly electronics, including Ford's Sync system
Spacious, comfortable interior
Cons:
Priced at a premium over the 4-cylinder Fusion ($27k vs. $19k)
Navigation system difficult to use
Mazda3
Pros
Pros
Impressive handling and agility
Luxurious qualities set it apart from others in its class
Available hatchback makes this an extremely useful car
Cons:
Firm ride might be too harsh for some
Lacking interior and trunk space
Shelby GT 500
Pros
SVT performance-tuned suspension components
Engine output to 540 hp and 510 ft.-lb of torque.
Improved fuel economy
Vehicle Health Report
Cons:
Leather-wrapped steering wheel that features Alcantara suede inserts
Suppressed supercharger sound
(Shelby info courtesy of Mustangs.About.Com)
INFORMATION COMPILED BY ALEX BERNSTEIN OF 0-60 MAGAZINE.
