2001 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage.
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, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Beijing | Kia |
Model | BJ 2021 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |