2003 Xedos 9 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo V50 (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Xedos 9 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Xedos | Volvo |
| Model | 9 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
