2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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 5 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1997 Volkswagen Passat. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
