2010 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2012 Brilliance BS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Brilliance BS4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS4. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Brilliance BS4 has manual transmission. 2012 Brilliance BS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Audi A8 | 2012 Brilliance BS4 | |
Make | Audi | Brilliance |
Model | A8 | BS4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |