2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra

To start off, both 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 80 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.

Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 Vauxhall Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
Make Beijing Vauxhall
Model BJ 2021 Vectra
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Size 2464 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1510 mm


 

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