2001 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 11 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, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. 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 2012 Daihatsu Materia. 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 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Materia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
