1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 254 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
