1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2000 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma 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 80 kg more than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
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, 2000 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma 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 | 2000 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Beijing | GMC |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3130 mm |
