2006 Acura TSX vs. 2009 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 3 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKZ (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 905 kg more than 2006 Acura TSX. 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, 2009 Lincoln MKZ (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TSX | 2009 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Acura | Lincoln |
| Model | TSX | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
