2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | A6 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
