1997 Xedos 6 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Xedos 6 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Xedos | Xedos |
| Model | 6 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
