2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2009 Brilliance BS4 and 2009 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Brilliance | Chevrolet |
Model | BS4 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |