1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 13 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. 2009 Mazda Tribute 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. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
