2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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. 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Xedos | Mazda |
| Model | 9 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
