1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 591 kg more than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Beijing | GMC |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
