1997 Xedos 6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 360 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Xedos 6 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Xedos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
