1994 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 520 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage 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 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
