2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
