2001 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2001 BMW 318

To start off, both 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 and 2001 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 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 40 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.

Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Beijing BJ 2021 2001 BMW 318
Make Beijing BMW
Model BJ 2021 318
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Size 2466 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 111 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2790 mm


 

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