2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 373 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Hyundai | Acura |
Model | Santa Fe | ILX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |