I've found good information on both, but in general, which would be best for the earth and the wallet?
2007-04-14 17:27:53 · 4 answers · asked by Norah 6 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
An honest answer -- neither. Hybrids, while maybe a good step in the right direction for green driving and high mileage, are economic diasters. They are overpriced, very complex and cost a ton of change just to maintain. When the batteries and fuel cells die they must be disposed of as toxic waste and cost THOUSANDS to replace. A good, VW diesel Rabbit will get almost the same fuel mileage, run almost as clean for thousands less than a hybrid without the hassel factor. Choose with your head, not your emotions. Don't let the allure of being seen driving around in a hybrid vehicle trick you into believing you will be making a difference for the enviroment. If that's your goal, move within a few miles from your work and ride a bicycle (that DOES put your money where your mouth is).
2007-04-14 17:38:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Toyota Hybrid Cars are a lot better to buy because Honda hybrids don't get a lot worse gas mileage. For example: The Honda Civic Hybrid only gets about 35 MPG, while the Toyota Prius gets about 45 MPG. They both have the same engine with 110 horsepower.
2007-04-15 07:40:22 · answer #2 · answered by Drive PZEV! 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
only if the price of gas keeps going up. figure how long it will take for the car to pay for its-self at todays gas prices.
2007-04-14 17:49:29 · answer #3 · answered by oldguy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my idea Toyota is best as Honda,decision is for you
2007-04-14 17:44:18 · answer #4 · answered by Amir 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋