2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 499 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.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Freestar | ILX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |