2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1998 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Beijing | Chevrolet |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
