2006 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S40 | 2012 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Brilliance |
| Model | S40 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
