2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (140 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (190 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Brilliance |
| Model | PT Cruiser | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 74 L |
