2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 603 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Wrangler | ILX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
