2005 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Beijing | Opel |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1181 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
