1989 Audi V8 vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | V8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
