2002 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 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 143 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2021 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
