2005 Acura CL vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 81 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6.
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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | CL | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |