2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 73 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 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 911 | ILX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
