1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, both 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 and 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 86 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Beijing Suzuki
Model BJ 2021 Grand Vitara
Year Released 1998 1998
Engine Size 3962 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 172 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2490 mm


 

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