2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 5 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 219 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
