1997 Nissan President vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan President weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan President | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Xedos |
| Model | President | 9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
