2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Brilliance BS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Brilliance BS6 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 62 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Lada Kalina. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS6 | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Brilliance | Lada |
| Model | BS6 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
