2009 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
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 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Opel | Brilliance |
| Model | Corsa | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
