1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 259 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2020 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
