2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX. 2013 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Acura |
| Model | Defender | TSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
