1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 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 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1162 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
