2003 Acura TL vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 298 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TL | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
