2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Toyota | Xedos |
| Model | Hilux | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
