2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (121 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Brilliance | Chevrolet |
| Model | BS4 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
