2010 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 545 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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6. 2010 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2012 Brilliance BS6 has manual transmission. 2012 Brilliance BS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sedona | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Kia | Brilliance |
| Model | Sedona | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
