2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | 6 | CL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
