2012 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 282 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX. 2012 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2013 Acura ILX has manual transmission. 2013 Acura ILX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Fusion | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Fusion | ILX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
