1985 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | 100 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
