2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 268 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | 6 | TL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
