2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2005 Ford Ka
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 Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2005 Ford Ka | |
Make | Brilliance | Ford |
Model | BS4 | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |