1996 Peugeot 205 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 205. 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 205 | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Brilliance |
| Model | 205 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
