2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 911 | ILX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
