2006 Kia Spectra vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Spectra 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Spectra | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Kia | Brilliance |
| Model | Spectra | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1480 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
