2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Brilliance | Hyundai |
Model | BS4 | Accent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |