2009 BMW 135 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 135 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
