1995 Acura Legend vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Acura | Beijing |
| Model | Legend | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2310 mm |
