2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 170 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2021 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
