2011 Nissan Cube vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Cube. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Cube would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 88 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
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, both vehicles can yield 172 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Cube | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | Cube | ILX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |