1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 655 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.
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, 2003 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier 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 | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Beijing | Buick |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2880 mm |
