2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 357 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Acura |
| Model | Santa Fe | ILX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
