1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2002 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2002 Holden Cruze is newer by 6 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2002 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Beijing | Holden |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
