1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 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 52 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Beijing | Land Rover |
Model | BJ 2021 | Defender |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 3962 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |