2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 8 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 485 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Beijing | Hyundai |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
