2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
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 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 190 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 2006 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Brilliance | Mazda |
Model | BS4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |