2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Avalanche | ILX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |