2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 15 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | C | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
