1994 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 14 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2021 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
