2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | RS4 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
