1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 506 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento 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 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Beijing | Kia |
Model | BJ 2020 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |