Here's Kiplinger's list of Best in Class 2004 models:
Two Fords make this list.
Under $17,000: Hyundai Elantra GT
NoOp comment: Interesting that the Koreans are starting to make inroads into a market traditionally owned by the Japanese. $17,000 to $23,000: Toyota Camry LE V6
NoOp comment: IMO needs more horsepower to compete, and needs Nissan or Chrysler to do the styling. Can't wait to see how Ford's upcoming
500 matches up. $23,000 to $30,000: Infiniti G35
Nice looking car! $30,000 to $40,000: Mercury Marauder
NoOp comment: A shocker! On the edge of being canned, and it's on a Top-10 list. C'mon Ford, don't give up on it...instead give it more power. Over $40,000: Lexus LS 430
NoOp comment: Toyota really needs help in the styling department. Sports Car: Chevrolet Corvette
NoOp comment: The C5 is still on nearly everyone's Top 10 list and the C6 is about to debut. This, along with Cadillac, shows the General is far from dead. Now, hopefully the GTO helps get Chevy rolling along.
Station Wagon: Volvo XC70
NoOp comment: I'd wait for the upcoming Dodge Magnum.
Minivan: Toyota Sienna
NoOp Comment: Sad that Chrysler loosened its grip on this market.
Small SUV: Ford Escape XLT
Midsize SUV: Acura MDX
Big SUV: Cadillac SRX (tie) Nissan Pathfinder Armada Small Truck: Chevrolet SSR
NoOp comment: IMO, neat truck, poor execution. Big Truck: GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab
NoOp comment: Hmmm... no F150...?
Patrick '93 Cobra '83 LTD