2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 6 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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 316 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
