2004 Xedos 9 vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Zagato Zuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Zagato Zuma would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Zagato Zuma. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Zagato Zuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Xedos | Zagato |
| Model | 9 | Zuma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
