1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 7 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 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 114 kg more than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
