1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 14 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, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 426 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 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Beijing | Dodge |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3078 mm |
