"bob zee" <cam509@linuxmail.org> wrote in message
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> "Mr. Al" <albesure@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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> > Right now I have a Civic, but feel a little uneasy when winter comes, so
> > thats why I was thinking about an suv.
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> i bought the element a few months ago. this thing is the mos maneuverable
> vehicle that i have ever driven! the view out in any direction is superb.

Really? How about the view through the B-pillars? I found that to be a
major annoyance, as I am tall enough that adjusting the seat for my legs
puts my head right next to the pillar so I have to lean forward to see out
the side of the vehicle and way forward to clear things for lane changes.

The CRV was better, but required some bobbing and weaving to see the entire
side view. Check them both for yourself before making any decisions!

Another consideration for real snow drivers is that the CRV has more ground
clearance than the Element. Neither of these are rugged underneath, but a
couple of extra inches are an important consideration when the snowplow
leaves a pile in front of your driveway.