2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 504 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Xedos | BMW |
| Model | 9 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |
