1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 9 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo 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 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Beijing | Tata |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2425 mm |
