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


 

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