2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Cavalier | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
