2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 735 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Porsche | Xedos |
| Model | Cayenne | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2320 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
