2004 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 37 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2004 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2012 Brilliance BS6 has manual transmission. 2012 Brilliance BS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Honda | Brilliance |
| Model | Civic | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
