2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2009 Brilliance BS6 and 2009 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS6 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Brilliance | Ford |
Model | BS6 | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |