1997 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
