2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (197 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2634 mm |
