1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 11 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2020 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
