2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Opel Corsa (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Opel | Brilliance |
| Model | Corsa | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 13.8 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 | 1203 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
