2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 430 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
