1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 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, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion 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 610 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
