1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 11 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 104 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
