2001 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 314 kg more than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Beijing | Hyundai |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
