2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Brilliance | Citroen |
Model | BS4 | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 134 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |