2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Beijing | Hyundai |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1357 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
