2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 11 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2578 mm |
