2007 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva. 2007 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2006 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Acura | Lada |
| Model | TSX | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
