2006 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TSX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX. 2006 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TSX | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TSX | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
