2009 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | A3 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
