2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Brilliance |
| Model | S | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2800 mm |
