2009 Acura TL vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TL | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
