2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 5 | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Mazda | Brilliance |
Model | 5 | BS6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |