1995 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 17 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 9 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2604 mm |
