2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
