2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Lexus CT.
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 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Brilliance | Lexus |
| Model | BS4 | CT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
