2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Brilliance | Honda |
Model | BS4 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |