2009 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2012 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (143 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type.
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 Jaguar X-Type (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar X-Type | 2012 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Brilliance |
| Model | X-Type | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
