1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 920 kg more than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
