2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | 3 | TL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
