2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Brilliance BS6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Alto | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Brilliance |
| Model | Alto | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
