2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 106 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Xedos | Dodge |
| Model | 9 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4080 mm |
