2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 180 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2651 mm |
