1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 536 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
