2003 Nissan Primera 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 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Acura ILX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Primera | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Primera | ILX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
