1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 17 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 565 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.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
