Home on the highway
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An evaluation of the BMW X5 automobile is presented. This model is powered by a 282-horsepower V8 engine but is not convincing at high-speed. It also does not perform well in off-road situations and is priced at $50,000.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2000
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Controlled fury
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The new Porsche 911 Turbo has a more aerodynamic shape than the previous version. It offers smooth cornering, and its differential braking system applies the right pressures to each wheel.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2000
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Little giants
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Test track results for five economy cars are presented. Cars under test are the Ford Focus, Hyundai Accent, Dodge Neon, Toyota Echo and Volkswagen Golf.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2000
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