2002 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 257 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2601 mm |
