1997 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 184 kg more than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Mariner. 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner 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 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
