Thanks for the replies guys, I'll try and address some of your issues:
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Originally Posted by Slick61 after getting sideswiped while parked along Santa Monica Blvd, I am a BIG fan of the polymer panels on the Vue... was able to detail out all of the damage. No door dings to worry about either. I have the same engine/transmission as the Pilot & MDX, but in a smaller, lighter package. It doesn't have the cachet of the MDX, but its smaller size is more maneuverable... a big plus in L.A. I had looked at the CRV & Element before I bought the Vue... but wanted more power for getting through the passes effortlessly. The Pilot & MDX were just too big for my tastes. Almost every time someone gets in my Vue for the first time, the most frequent reaction is "wow, this is roomy!" The Honda engine & transmission are what really sold me on the Vue tho... definitely gives it an upscale feel (and does not require premium fuel).
An explorer's too big, but you're looking at a Ridgeline? Ditto for the Pilot/MDX... they're all pretty good size. Size was one reason I got rid of my Lincoln Mark VIII... too big to navigate the tight confines of L.A.
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I didn't know that the Vue had the same engine/transmission as the Pilot/MDX, thanks for the info. I've heard that the Saturn panels are prone to 'cracking,' do you know anything about that myth? It's kind of tough to describe size, it's something that the buyer(mom) will have to give the final judgement on. The MDX looks smaller IMO from the outside, curved panels, more angles in the front end. The Pilot is more 'bulky' to me, straighter sides, etc. Again, everybody's got their own opinion. When I said Explorer I meant the older models, not the new line. I don't know too much about makes other than Honda/Acura, so I don't know the exact years of the cars I listed. That's why I was hoping for constructive criticism and help to narrow down the choices. I'm guessing that a used Explorer with very low mileage and well taken care of would still be well under $25,000.
The Explorer I had in mind was the 1st generation, 1991-1994 which I realize is too old.
Here's a link to a picture of it.
1st Gen Explorer As you can see, it doesn't look very big. Sorry for the confusion, it's hard for me to describe what someone else wants. The list I put out was very basic, but I'll go back and spend some time cutting it down and adding more information on each car.
Another major factor is handling, which is a personal issue. She is looking for a vehicle that is easy to park.