2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2012 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo. 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 BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 2012 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Brilliance |
| Model | Saxo | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
