2003 Acura CL vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra

To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Acura CL 2006 Lancia Lybra
Make Acura Lancia
Model CL Lybra
Year Released 2003 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 2387 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 18.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1446 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 60 L