2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. Both 2004 Xedos 9 and 2005 BMW 525 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Xedos | BMW |
| Model | 9 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
