2002 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 2002 Honda Accord and 2013 Acura ILX are equipped with a 2,354 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 213 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
Because 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2013 Acura ILX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | ILX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 99 mm |
| 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 | 1560 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
