2003 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Astra | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Opel | Brilliance |
Model | Astra | BS6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |