2001 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 142 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
