2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | TL | Tribute |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |