2004 Acura TL vs. 1997 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 98 kg more than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Acura | Beijing |
| Model | TL | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
