2005 Acura CL vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Acura CL. 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | CL | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |