2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 963 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 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2013 Acura ILX has manual transmission. 2013 Acura ILX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Land Cruiser | ILX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
