2005 Acura TL vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 270 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TL | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
