2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS6 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Brilliance | Toyota |
| Model | BS6 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
