1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 28 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
