2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (184 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 160 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 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Xedos | Toyota |
| Model | 9 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
