2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Xedos 9 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. 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 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | A8 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
