2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2011 Brilliance BS6. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (230 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Audi | Brilliance |
| Model | A4 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
