2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 250 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 2012 Audi A5. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 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 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Beijing | Audi |
| Model | BJ 2021 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
