2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. 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 2001 Kia Carens. 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, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
