1989 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 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 25 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | 100 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 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 |
