1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
