1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 112 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 2007 Seat Alhambra. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
