2003 Acura TL vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Acura TL. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TL | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |
