2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Ford | Brilliance |
| Model | Fiesta | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
