2002 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Civic | ILX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |