2001 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 364 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 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Tundra | ILX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3398 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2670 mm |
