1997 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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 38 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Xedos |
Model | Passat | 9 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |