2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2001 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 and 2001 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Saloon. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2001 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Beijing | Proton |
Model | BJ 2020 | Saloon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |