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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 18 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 110 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 168 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 | 2698 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
