2004 Acura TL vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 2010 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Acura TL | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | TL | Tribute |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |