Sometimes it’s all about the journey, which makes your car choice important. If you’re about to embark on an epic road trip around Playa Esmeralda, a roomy SUV could be a good choice. If you’re hoping for the cheapest price possible and plan on staying mostly in the city, a budget compact is hard to beat. All you have to do is decide what’s going to be the best fit, throw your bags in the trunk, and hit the road.