2000 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 155 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
