1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
