2001 BMW Compact vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | Compact | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
