2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai

To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2009 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Brilliance BS6 2005 Suzuki Samurai
Make Brilliance Suzuki
Model BS6 Samurai
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 120 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 3450 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2490 mm