2009 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic 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 60 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX. 2013 Acura ILX has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura ILX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Civic | ILX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2354 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
