1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2001 Daihatsu YRV

To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.

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, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. 2001 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Beijing BJ 2020 2001 Daihatsu YRV
Make Beijing Daihatsu
Model BJ 2020 YRV
Year Released 1997 2001
Engine Size 2445 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 83 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2380 mm


 

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