2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 956 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Routan | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Xedos |
| Model | Routan | 6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2620 mm |
