1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 10 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, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon 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 216 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon 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 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
