2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 3. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
