1998 Donkervoort D8 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 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Donkervoort D8 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 23 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 931 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Xedos |
| Model | D8 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
