2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 155 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Brilliance |
| Model | X-Trail | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
