2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 30 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
