2004 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 (233 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Civic | ILX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 233 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |