1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
