1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
