1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 124 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Acura ILX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Cresta | ILX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
