1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 16 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 33 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.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | CC |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2708 mm |
