2009 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | A4 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
