2002 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Beijing | BMW |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
