2008 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 4 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 48 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 318 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
