2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Volvo C70.
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, 2004 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4. 2004 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Brilliance BS4 has manual transmission. 2009 Brilliance BS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Brilliance | Volvo |
| Model | BS4 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
