2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 42 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
