2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Brilliance | Plymouth |
Model | BS4 | Breeze |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |