1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Beijing | SsangYong |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
