2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 233 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Brilliance | Ford |
Model | BS4 | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1242 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |