2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Xedos |
Model | Passat | 9 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |