2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Brilliance BS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Brilliance BS4 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 456 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Brilliance | Toyota |
Model | BS4 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |