2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 980 kg more than 2012 Brilliance BS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Brilliance |
| Model | Express | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |
