2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza 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 531 kg more than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Ibiza. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
