2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 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. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Brilliance |
| Model | Elise | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 74 L |
