2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
