2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Brilliance BS6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS6. 2000 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2009 Brilliance BS6 has manual transmission. 2009 Brilliance BS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS6 | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Brilliance | Honda |
| Model | BS6 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
