1994 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 698 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
