1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 1995 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1995 Xedos 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Beijing | Xedos |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
