2009 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 245 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, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | A4 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
