2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2009 Brilliance BS6 and 2009 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 696 kg more than 2009 Brilliance BS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS6. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Brilliance BS6 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Brilliance | Chevrolet |
Model | BS6 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |