1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 13 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, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens 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 35 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
