2004 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Brilliance BS6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Brilliance |
| Model | Impreza | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
