2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Brilliance BS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Brilliance BS4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Brilliance | Honda |
Model | BS4 | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |