2000 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
