2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 99 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Brilliance | Volkswagen |
Model | BS4 | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |