2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 863 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Touareg | ILX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
