1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 212 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 212 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
