2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS6 | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Brilliance | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BS6 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
