1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 9 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 254 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Beijing | Peugeot |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
