2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Brilliance | Kia |
Model | BS4 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |