1996 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Audi | Beijing |
Model | A4 | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |