2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai 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. Both 2009 Brilliance BS6 and 2011 Nissan Qashqai are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS6 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Brilliance | Nissan |
| Model | BS6 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
