1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, both 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 and 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 152 kg more than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Beijing | Pontiac |
Model | BJ 2020 | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |