2007 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1038 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Express | ILX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |