2007 Acura RDX vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RDX would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2013 Acura ILX has manual transmission. 2013 Acura ILX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura RDX | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | RDX | ILX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |