1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 573 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 2009 Kia Sportage. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. 2009 Kia Sportage 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. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2465 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
