2011 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Brilliance BS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Brilliance BS4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
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 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Brilliance BS4 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Brilliance | Jeep |
Model | BS4 | Patriot |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |