2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus.
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, 1999 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Brilliance | Ford |
Model | BS4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1475 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |