2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX.
Because 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A6 | ILX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 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 Length | 4940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
