1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626.
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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 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 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
