1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. 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 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
