1999 Peugeot 406 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 406 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Xedos |
| Model | 406 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
