1992 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1992 Beijing BJ 212 has manual transmission. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 212 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2639 mm |
