2001 Acura CL vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | CL | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |