1988 Renault 25 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | 25 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
