2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Brilliance BS6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Brilliance |
| Model | 4Runner | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 74 L |
