1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | 190 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
