2008 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 3 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, 2008 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | A3 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
