2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Beijing | Toyota |
Model | BJ 2021 | Caldina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |