1995 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
