2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 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 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Xedos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2712 mm |
