2011 Nissan Xterra vs. 2012 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 377 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 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 2011 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS4. 2011 Nissan Xterra 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. 2011 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Nissan Xterra | 2012 Brilliance BS4 | |
Make | Nissan | Brilliance |
Model | Xterra | BS4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1902 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |