2000 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
