1998 Xedos 6 vs. 2012 BMW X1

To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 1998 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1998 Xedos 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Xedos 6 2012 BMW X1
Make Xedos BMW
Model 6 X1
Year Released 1998 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4454 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1798 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1545 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2760 mm