1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 13 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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 827 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.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
