1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Xedos |
| Model | Cutlass | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
