2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2004 Citroen C2
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 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, 2004 Citroen C2 (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 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 525 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C2. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2. 2004 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2004 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
