2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Xedos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
