2003 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 533 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 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A8 | ILX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
