2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Brilliance | Mazda |
Model | BS4 | 2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |