2004 Acura TL vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
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, 2004 Acura TL (324 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TL | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
