2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Xedos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1404 mm |
