2011 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 930 kg more than 2011 Brilliance BS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy 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 2010 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4, 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4. 2010 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2011 Brilliance BS4 has manual transmission. 2011 Brilliance BS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Brilliance BS4 | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Brilliance | GMC |
| Model | BS4 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 83 L |
