2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 345 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 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Xedos | Audi |
| Model | 9 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2842 mm |
