2000 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 462 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Beijing | SsangYong |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
