1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 70 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.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BJ 2021 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
