2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2009 Brilliance BS4 has manual transmission. 2009 Brilliance BS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Brilliance | Honda |
| Model | BS4 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
