2003 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 634 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sorento | ILX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
