2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Brilliance BS4.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Brilliance |
| Model | 407 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |
