1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios 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 495 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
