2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 40 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
