1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 210 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.

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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Beijing BJ 2020 2007 Toyota Highlander
Make Beijing Toyota
Model BJ 2020 Highlander
Year Released 1996 2007
Engine Size 2445 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 83 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2720 mm


 

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