2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 200 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 2004 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. 2004 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Beijing BJ 2021 2004 Opel Vectra
Make Beijing Opel
Model BJ 2021 Vectra
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Size 2466 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2700 mm