2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 491 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Lotus | Brilliance |
Model | Elise | BS6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |