1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony 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 78 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Xedos |
| Model | Pony | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
