2009 Acura TL vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
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 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra. 2009 Acura TL 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. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TL | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
