2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 133 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
