2001 Acura TL vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2001 Acura TL and 2001 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 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 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | TL | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |