2003 Nissan Quest 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 Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 477 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.
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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Quest | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Quest | ILX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
