1998 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 BMW 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 323 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
