1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Porsche | Xedos |
| Model | 968 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
