2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Optra 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 41 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
Model | Optra | 9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |