How do you define problem with transmission?? If u are talking as a mechanic well then sorry to say that I dont buy this opinion. Is it the failure or torque convertor or sth else. As far as I know even european cars (jaguar and landrover) uses ford stuff. And for your info I have seen Honda Civics and Acords getting screwed up way before anything else.
It would be nice if you could pin point what kind of tranny problem are u referring to.  I fix cars all the time,,not as a pro mechanic,,but as a hobby for being an engineer.