1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2005 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 8 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 128 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.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. 2005 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2005 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Beijing | Buick |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
