2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 93 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 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Brilliance |
| Model | Sonata | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
