2005 Fiat Albea 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 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 Fiat Albea. 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 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea. 2013 Acura ILX has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura ILX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Albea | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Fiat | Acura |
Model | Albea | ILX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |