1995 Rover 600 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 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 600 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Rover | Xedos |
| Model | 600 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
