2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Impala | ILX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
