2002 Holden Astra vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra. 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 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Astra | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Holden | Brilliance |
| Model | Astra | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
