1993 Xedos 6 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 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 23 more horse power than 1993 Xedos 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Xedos 6 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Xedos | Xedos |
| Model | 6 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
