2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 7 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Golf | ILX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
