2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Brilliance | Ford |
| Model | BS4 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
