2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Brilliance |
| Model | C4 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
