1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
