2009 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2009 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2012 Brilliance BS6 has manual transmission. 2012 Brilliance BS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Brilliance |
| Model | Accent | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
