1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 12 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 481 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Beijing | Jeep |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
