1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 5 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, 2002 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 318 kg more than 1997 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
