2002 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 458 kg more than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
