1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Kia Forte

To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.

Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Beijing BJ 2021 2012 Kia Forte
Make Beijing Kia
Model BJ 2021 Forte
Year Released 1998 2012
Engine Size 3962 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 172 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4481 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2649 mm


 

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