1998 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | A6 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
