1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 8 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 384 kg more than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Picanto. 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 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
