2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | Z3 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
