2008 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1049 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 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Armada | ILX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
