1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, both 1994 Donkervoort S8 and 1994 Xedos 6 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Xedos 6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1994 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Xedos |
Model | S8 | 6 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |