2007 Acura TL vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 Acura TL. 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TL | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 258 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
