2012 Brilliance BS6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2012 Brilliance BS6 and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2012 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 433 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (230 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Brilliance BS6 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Brilliance | Chevrolet |
Model | BS6 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |