1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus

To start off, both 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 and 1996 Chrysler Cirrus were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus.

Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus has automatic transmission and 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Beijing BJ 2021 1996 Chrysler Cirrus
Make Beijing Chrysler
Model BJ 2021 Cirrus
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Size 2466 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4350 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2750 mm


 

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