2004 Acura TL vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | TL | Tribute |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 207 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |