2005 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 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 38 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Brilliance |
| Model | C5 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
