2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 2 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. 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, 2006 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4. 2006 Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Brilliance | Mazda |
| Model | BS4 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
