2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 7 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 365 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Xedos | Aston Martin |
| Model | 9 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
