2009 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 186 kg more than 2012 Brilliance BS6. 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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Kia | Brilliance |
| Model | Carens | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
