1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 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 300 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Beijing | Peugeot |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
