2009 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | A6 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
