1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 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 415 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota MR2. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
