2009 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 650 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
