2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Brilliance BS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Brilliance BS4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Brilliance | Nissan |
| Model | BS4 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
