2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 189 kg more than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Beijing | Dodge |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3580 mm |
