2011 Acura TL vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 278 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. 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, 2011 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura TL | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TL | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1688 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
