2003 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 8 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 215 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. 2011 Suzuki Equator 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. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3560 mm |
